The Cambridge encyclopedia of the English language
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The Cambridge encyclopedia of the English language
Cambridge University Press, 1999
Repr. with corrections
- : pbk
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Includes bibliographical references (p. [462]-469) and indexes
First published in 1995. First paperback printing 1997.
内容説明・目次
内容説明
A revolution in language publishing Superbly illustrated in colour throughout, this is the most comprehensive reference book on the history, structure and worldwide use of English ever written. Clear and accessible, the book abounds with insights into how the language evolved and how it works. All aspects of English are covered: * the history of English * grammar, pronunciation and spelling * spoken and written English * regional and social variations - accents and dialects * new words, jargon, slang and cliches * English in use - in science, law, politics, advertising, the media ... * the huge range and creativity of the English vocabulary * language in literature and language in humour * teaching and learning the language * English as a world language * the future of English Photographs, advertisements, cartoons, quotations, newspaper cuttings, poems, anecdotes and examples vividly complement the text throughout, bringing life, surprise and humour to even the most complex topics. No language student or language lover should be without this unique and fascinating book.
目次
- 1. Modelling English
- Part I. The History of English: 2. The origins of English
- 3. Old English
- 4. Middle English
- 5. Early Modern English
- 6. Modern English
- 7. World English
- Part II. English Vocabulary: 8. The nature of the lexicon
- 9. The sources of the lexicon
- 10. Etymology
- 11. The structure of the lexicon
- 12. Lexical dimensions
- Part III. English Grammar: 13. Grammatical mythology
- 14. The structure of words
- 15. Word classes
- 16. The structure of sentences
- Part IV. Spoken and Written English: 17. The sound system
- 18. The writing system
- Part V. Using English: 19. Varieties of discourse
- 20. Regional variation
- 21. Social variation
- 22. Personal variation
- Part VI. Learning about English: 23. Learning English as a mother tongue
- 24. New ways of studying English
- Appendices
- Indexes.
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