Diamond Joan (15 results)

paperback. Condition: Very Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Good. English in the World: History, Diversity, Change examines the English language as it has developed through history and is used across the globe today. The first half of the book outlines the history of the language from its fifth-century roots through its development as a national, a colonial, and now a global language. In the second half, the focus shifts to the diversity of the language today.The book explores varieties of English across the English-speaking world, as well as English-related varieties such as pidgins and creoles. It also examines complex processes of variation, hybridity and change in English, and in the shifting styles of individual speakers. Throughout, the focus is on the international nature of English and its use alongside other languages in a diverse range of communities.Drawing on the latest research and The Open University?s wide experience of writing accessible and innovative texts, this book:explains basic concepts and assumes no previous study of English or linguisticscontains a range of source material and commissioned readings to supplement chaptersincludes contributions from leading experts in their fields including Joan Beal, Suresh Canagarajah, David Crystal, Jonathan Hope, Kay McCormick, Miriam Meyerhoff, Rajend Mesthrie, Robert Podesva and Jennifer Smithhas a truly international scope, encompassing examples and case studies from the UK and North America, Australia and New Zealand, Europe, Asia, and Africais illustrated in full colour to bring the fascinating study of the English language aliveincludes a comprehensive index as well as useful appendices showing the historical timeline of English and a brief introduction to the description of linguistic featuresEnglish in the World: History, Diversity, Change is essential reading for all students of English language studies.…

Paperback. Condition: Like New. English in the World: History, Diversity, Change examines the English language as it has developed through history and is used across the globe today. The first half of the book outlines the history of the language from its fifth-century roots through its development as a national, a colonial, and now a global language. In the second half, the focus shifts to the diversity of the language today.The book explores varieties of English across the English-speaking world, as well as English-related varieties such as pidgins and creoles. It also examines complex processes of variation, hybridity and change in English, and in the shifting styles of individual speakers. Throughout, the focus is on the international nature of English and its use alongside other languages in a diverse range of communities.Drawing on the latest research and The Open University?s wide experience of writing accessible and innovative texts, this book:explains basic concepts and assumes no previous study of English or linguisticscontains a range of source material and commissioned readings to supplement chaptersincludes contributions from leading experts in their fields including Joan Beal, Suresh Canagarajah, David Crystal, Jonathan Hope, Kay McCormick, Miriam Meyerhoff, Rajend Mesthrie, Robert Podesva and Jennifer Smithhas a truly international scope, encompassing examples and case studies from the UK and North America, Australia and New Zealand, Europe, Asia, and Africais illustrated in full colour to bring the fascinating study of the English language aliveincludes a comprehensive index as well as useful appendices showing the historical timeline of English and a brief introduction to the description of linguistic featuresEnglish in the World: History, Diversity, Change is essential reading for all students of English language studies.…

Condition: good. The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Condition: New.

Soft Cover. Condition: Very Good. 132 pp. Solidly bound copy with moderate external wear, crisp pages and clean text. Water stains on fore and bottom edges. Light foxing on page edges. Joan Croom (Design); Kiffi Diamond (Cover Design) (illustrator).

Paperback. Condition: Used; Very Good. **SHIPPED FROM UK** We believe you will be completely satisfied with our quick and reliable service. All orders are dispatched as swiftly as possible! Buy with confidence! Greener Books.

Plastic comb binding. Condition: Very Good-. Second Printing. This is the second printing consisting of 501 copies. Not an ex-library copy. No remainder marks. No names or marks in the text. Most books shipped within 24 hours. All books mailed with Delivery Confirmation in a heavy cardboard box. Scuffed area on the front cover and some stains on the rear cover. Very good - condition. Selling Used and Rare books on line since April 1998 and from our bookstore in the heart of the Bluegrass since 1984. ; 8vo.; 256 pages. …

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

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