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ISBN 9780140260236
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Language Myths

Author(s): Laurie Bauer

Format: Paperback

A unique collection of original essays by 21 of the world's leading linguists. The topics discussed focus on some of the most popular myths about language: The Media Are Ruining English; Children Can't Speak or Write Properly Anymore; America is Ruining the English Language.

The tone is lively and entertaining throughout and there are cartoons from Doonesbury andThe Wizard of Id to illustrate some of the points. The book should have a wide readership not only amongst students who want to read leading linguists writing about popular misconceptions but also amongst the large number of people who enjoy reading about language in general.


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Other Details

Publisher:
Penguin
Publisher Title:
Language Myths
Authors:
Laurie Bauer
Format:
Paperback
Imprint:
Penguin
Publication Date:
19/11/2001
Language:
English
Pages:
208
Dimensions:
198 × 130 × 12 mm
Weight:
158 g