The English Language, Barber

Название: English Language, The Paperback
ISBN: 0521426227 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780521426220
Издательство: Cambridge Academ
Цена: 11560 T
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Описание: The English Language: A Historical Introduction covers the history of the English language from its remote Indo-European origins to the present day. It provides substantial information about the English language at different periods, and introduces the main theoretical and technical concepts of historical linguistics. Chapters on the nature of language and on language change are followed by a chronological survey, beginning in the Prehistoric age and working down from Anglo-Saxon times to the twentieth century. Topics covered include vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, semantics, attitudes to language, and English as a world language. Short passages of English are used to illustrate the state of the language in different periods and all over the world, in a range of contexts. This thoroughly updated edition of Charles Barber's The Story of Language is the ideal introduction to the subject for students of English language and linguistics, accessible to all readers who are curious about language.

Автор: Charles Barber
Название: The English Language
ISBN: 0521785707 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780521785709
Издательство: Cambridge Academ
Цена: 16890 T
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Описание: The English Language: A Historical Introduction covers the history of the English language from its prehistoric Indo-European origins to the present day. Assuming no previous knowledge of the subject, Charles Barber describes the nature of language and language change, and presents a history of the English language at different periods, dealing with key topics such as grammar, pronunciation and semantics. Where necessary, he introduces and explains the main theoretical and technical concepts of historical linguistics. There are also chapters on English in the scientific age, English as a world language and the future of the language. Charles Barber uses dozens of familiar texts, including the English of King Alfred, Chaucer, Shakespeare, and Addison, to illustrate the state of the English language through time in a range of contexts. This is a fascinating book for anyone with an interest in language.

Автор: Barber, Charles Beal, Joan Shaw, Philip A.
Название: English language
ISBN: 0521670012 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780521670012
Издательство: Cambridge Academ
Цена: 16090 T
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Описание: Where does today's English come from? This new edition of the bestseller by Charles Barber tells the story of the language from its remote ancestry to the present day. In response to demand from readers, a brand new chapter on late modern English has been added for this edition. Using dozens of familiar texts, including the English of King Alfred, Chaucer, Shakespeare, and Addison, the book tells you everything you need to know about the English language, where it came from and where it’s going to. This edition adds new material on English as a global language and explains the differences between the main varieties of English around the world. Clear explanations of linguistic ideas and terms make it the ideal introduction for students on courses in English language and linguistics, and for all readers fascinated by language.

Автор: Allen
Название: The Ancient Egyptian Language
ISBN: 1107664675 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781107664678
Издательство: Cambridge Academ
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Описание: This book, the first of its kind, examines how the phonology and grammar of the ancient Egyptian language changed over more than three thousand years of its history, from the first appearance of written documents, c.3250 BC, to the Coptic dialects of the second century AD and later.

Автор: Edited by Richard M. Hogg
Название: History of the English Language, A Paperback
ISBN: 052171799X ISBN-13(EAN): 9780521717991
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Описание: The history and development of English, from the earliest known writings to its status today as a dominant world language, is a subject of major importance to linguists and historians. In this book a team of international experts cover the entire recorded history of the language over fifteen centuries.

Автор: Edited by John Algeo
Название: The cambridge history of the english language, vol.6
ISBN: 0521264790 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780521264792
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Описание: This volume traces the history of English in North America during the past 400 years. It considers the continuing relationship between American and British English, the political and social changes that have affected English in North America, and the contact with other languages and with British varieties throughout history.

Автор: Edited by Roger Lass
Название: The cambridge history of the english language, vol.3
ISBN: 0521264766 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780521264761
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Описание: This volume traces the development of English from Middle English through Early Modern English to the early stages of the modern language. It covers orthography, punctuation, phonology, morphology, syntax, lexis and semantics, regional and social variation, and literary language. It includes a glossary of linguistic terms and an extensive bibliography.

Автор: Cable, Thomas
Название: Companion to baugh and cable`s "history of the english language "
ISBN: 0415298946 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780415298940
Издательство: Taylor&Francis
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Описание: This comprehensive and accessible student workbook accompanies the fifth edition of Albert C. Baugh and Thomas Cable`s History of the English Language.

Автор: Barber, Charles Beal, Joan Shaw, Philip A.
Название: English language
ISBN: 0521670012 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780521670012
Издательство: Cambridge Academ
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Цена: 16090.00 T
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Описание: Where does today's English come from? This new edition of the bestseller by Charles Barber tells the story of the language from its remote ancestry to the present day. In response to demand from readers, a brand new chapter on late modern English has been added for this edition. Using dozens of familiar texts, including the English of King Alfred, Chaucer, Shakespeare, and Addison, the book tells you everything you need to know about the English language, where it came from and where it’s going to. This edition adds new material on English as a global language and explains the differences between the main varieties of English around the world. Clear explanations of linguistic ideas and terms make it the ideal introduction for students on courses in English language and linguistics, and for all readers fascinated by language.

Автор: Hundt
Название: The Changing English Language
ISBN: 1107086868 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781107086869
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Описание: This volume is a systematic, interdisciplinary approach to processes underlying language change. Clearly defined core concepts are introduced against new psycholinguistic research, taking into account synchronic structures and evidence from language history. It is ideal reading for scholars of historical linguistics and psycholinguistics alike.

Автор: Crystal David
Название: The Story of Be: A Verb`s-Eye View of the English Language
ISBN: 0198791097 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780198791096
Издательство: Oxford Academ
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Описание: It`s the most simple, unassuming, innocent-looking verb: `to be`. Yet it is jam-packed with more different meanings, forms, and uses than any other English word. As he reveals be`s multiple incarnations, David Crystal takes us to the heart of our flexible and changing language, with the help of wonderfully entertaining examples and cartoons.

Название: History of the English Language, A (Hardback)
ISBN: 0521662273 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780521662277
Издательство: Cambridge Academ
Цена: 84480.00 T
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Автор: David Crystal
Название: Language Death
ISBN: 0521012716 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780521012713
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Описание: The endangerment and death of minority languages across the world is a matter of widespread concern. In this 2002 book, a leading commentator on language issues, David Crystal asks the question, 'Why is language death so important?', reviews the reasons for the current crisis, and investigates what is being done to reduce its impact.

Автор: Dong Hongyuan
Название: History of the Chinese Language
ISBN: 0415660408 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780415660402
Издательство: Taylor&Francis
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Описание: A History of the Chinese Language provides a comprehensive introduction to the historical development of the Chinese language from its proto Sino-Tibetan roots in prehistoric times to Modern Standard Chinese. Taking a highly accessible and balanced approach, it presents a chronological survey of the various stages of Chinese language development, covering crucial aspects such as phonology, syntax and semantics. Features include: Coverage of the key historical stages in Chinese language development, such as Old Chinese, Middle Chinese, Early Modern Chinese, Classical Chinese and Modern Standard Chinese Treatment of core linguistic aspects of the Chinese language including phonological changes, grammatical development, lexical evolution, vernacular writing, Chinese characters and Modern Chinese dialects Inclusion of many authentic Chinese legends and texts throughout the book, presented through a rigorous framework of linguistic analysis to help students to build up strong critical and evaluative skills and acquire valuable cultural knowledge Integration of materials from different disciplines, such as archaeology, anthropology, history and sociolinguistics, to highlight the cultural and social background of each period of the language Helpful appendices to aid students with no prior knowledge of linguistics or the Chinese language Companion website at www.routledge.com/cw/dongoffering a wealth of supplementary resources such as additional exercises, answer keys and audio recordings of the sounds of Middle and Old Chinese. Written by a highly experienced instructor, A History of the Chinese Language will be an essential resource for beginning students of Chinese Language and Linguistics and for anyone interested in the history and culture of China.

Название: NTC`s Dictionary of Everyday American English Expression
ISBN: 0844257796 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780844257792
Издательство: McGraw-Hill
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Описание: Containing more than 7,000 phrases, this dictionary covers situations from talking to a doctor to ordering a meal, and helps learners communicate personal feelings, and make small talk.