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The Stories of English,New
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The English language is now accepted as the global lingua franca of the modern age, spoken or written in by over a quarter of the human race. But how did it evolve? How did a language spoken originally by a few thousand AngloSaxons become one used by more than 1,500 million? What developments can be seen as we move from Beowulf to Chaucer to Shakespeare to Dickens and the present day? A host of fascinating questions are answered in The Stories of English, a groundbreaking history of the language by David Crystal, the worldrenowned writer and commentator on English. Many books have been written about English, but they have all focused on a single variety: the educated, printed language called standard English. David Crystal turns the history of English on its head and instead provides a startlingly original view of where the richness, creativity and diversity of the language truly liesin the accents and dialects of nonstandard English users all over the world. Whatever their regional, social or ethnic background, each group has a story worth telling, whether it is in Scotland or Somerset, South Africa or Singapore. Interweaved within this central chronological story are accounts of uses of dialect around the world as well as in literary classics from The Canterbury Tales to The Lord of the Rings. For the first time, regional speech and writing is placed center stage, giving a sense of the social realities behind the development of English. This significant shift in perspective enables the reader to understand for the first time the importance of everyday, previously marginalized, voices in our language and provides an argument too for the way English should be taught in the future.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Stories of English'? A: The book provides a comprehensive history of the English language, exploring its dialects, regional variations, and the evolution of the language from Anglo-Saxon times to the present day.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is David Crystal, a renowned linguist and author known for his expertise in the English language.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Stories of English' have? A: The book contains 592 pages, offering an in-depth exploration of the topic.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: The book is listed as being in 'Good' condition, indicating it has been used but is still in a satisfactory state for reading.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition is a paperback binding, which is flexible and lightweight.
- Q: When was 'The Stories of English' published? A: The book was published on September 6, 2005.
- Q: What are some key themes covered in the book? A: Key themes include the diversity of English dialects, the historical development of the language, and the significance of everyday speech and previously marginalized voices.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone new to the subject of linguistics? A: Yes, it is designed as an introductory history, making it accessible for readers who may not have a background in linguistics.
- Q: What kind of reviews has 'The Stories of English' received? A: The book has received positive reviews, being described as informative, well-researched, and entertaining by various publications.
- Q: Can this book help with understanding regional English variations? A: Yes, it highlights the regional speech and writing of English, providing insights into the social realities that influence language use.