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Introducing Global Englishes

Heath Rose author Nicola Galloway author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:15th Jan '15

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Introducing Global Englishes provides comprehensive coverage of relevant research in the fields of World Englishes, English as a Lingua Franca, and English as an International Language. The book introduces students to the current sociolinguistic uses of the English language, using a range of engaging and accessible examples from newspapers (Observer, Independent, Wall Street Journal), advertisements, and television shows. The book:

  • Explains key concepts connected to the historical and contemporary spread of English.
  • Explores the social, economic, educational, and political implications of English’s rise as a world language.
  • Includes comprehensive classroom-based activities, case studies, research tasks, assessment prompts, and extensive online resources.

Introducing Global Englishes is essential reading for students coming to this subject for the first time.

ISBN: 9780415835329

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 540g

292 pages