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The Language Wars: A History of Proper English by Henry Hitchings Book, NEW HB
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Personalised
- No
- Signed By
- NOT APPLICABLE
- Signed
- No
- Bundle Description
- NOT APPLICABLE
- Custom Bundle
- No
- Ex Libris
- NO
- Narrative Type
- Non-Fiction
- Original Language
- English
- Inscribed
- No
- Intended Audience
- Adults
- Vintage
- No
- Type
- Textbook
- Features
- Dust Jacket
- Genre
- History
- Topic
- Books, Languages
- Country/Region of Manufacture
- United Kingdom
- Personalise
- No
- ISBN
- 9781848542082
- Publication Year
- 2011
- Format
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Book Title
- The Language Wars
- Item Height
- 35mm
- Publisher
- John Murray Press
- Item Width
- 139mm
- Item Weight
- 548g
- Number of Pages
- 416 Pages
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Product Information
The English language is a battlefield. Since the age of Shakespeare, arguments over correct usage have been acrimonious, and those involved have always really been contesting values - to do with morality, politics and class. THE LANGUAGE WARS examines the present state of the conflict, its history and its future. Above all, it uses the past as a way of illuminating the present. Moving chronologically, the book explores the most persistent issues to do with English and unpacks the history of 'proper' usage. Where did these ideas spring from Which of today's bugbears and annoyances are actually venerable Who has been on the front line in the language wars THE LANGUAGE WARS examines grammar rules, regional accents, swearing, spelling, dictionaries, political correctness, and the role of electronic media in reshaping language. It also takes a look at such niggling concerns as the split infinitive, elocution and text messaging. Peopled with intriguing characters such as Jonathan Swift, H. W. Fowler and George Orwell as well as the more disparate figures of Lewis Carroll, Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Lenny Bruce, THE LANGUAGE WARS is an essential volume for anyone interested in the state of the English language today or intrigued about its future.
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Publisher
John Murray Press
ISBN-13
9781848542082
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Product Key Features
Book Title
The Language Wars
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Publication Year
2011
Number of Pages
416 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height
35mm
Item Width
139mm
Item Weight
548g
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of Manufacture
United Kingdom
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- 9***3 (1425)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseItem exactly as described - brand new. Cannot comment on book as it was bought as a gift. Item was delivered in good time, postage was free and packaging was excellent. Price was also excellent. No communication with seller as none needed. Very happy with this item and service and would happily recommend this seller - many thanks.Delirium by Lauren Oliver (Paperback) Book, Brand New (#303960453204)
- l***a (403)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseArrived a bit earlier than expected, tracked delivery, very well packed. Items exactly as described, new condition. 3 books for the price of 2 meant great value too. Quality service. Thank you!