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Word On The Street: Debunking The Myth Of 'Pure' Standard English,Used
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Though There Is A Contingent Of Linguists Who Fight The Fact, Our Language Is Always Changing Not Only Through Slang, But Sound, Syntax, And Words' Meanings As Well. Debunking The Myth Of 'Pure' Standard English, Tackling Controversial Positions, And Eschewing Politically Correct Arguments, Linguist John Mcwhorter Considers Speech Patterns And Regional Accents To Demonstrate Just How The Changes Do Occur. Wielding Reason And Humor, Mcwhorter Ultimately Explains Why We Must Embrace These Changes, Ultimately Revealing Our American English In All Its Variety, Expressiveness, And Power.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Word on the Street'? A: 'Word on the Street: Debunking the Myth of "Pure" Standard English' discusses the evolution of language, focusing on how speech patterns, slang, and regional accents contribute to the ongoing changes in American English.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Word on the Street' is John McWhorter, a linguist known for his insights into language and its development.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: This book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may show some signs of wear but is still functional and readable.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Word on the Street' has a total of 300 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type of 'Word on the Street' is paperback.
- Q: When was 'Word on the Street' published? A: 'Word on the Street' was published on January 25, 2001.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book is categorized under Etymology, which is the study of the origin of words and how their meanings change over time.
- Q: Is there any specific feature of the book? A: One notable feature of the book is its exploration of controversial positions regarding language and the dismissal of politically correct arguments.
- Q: What is the primary argument made by the author? A: John McWhorter argues that language is always evolving and that changes in speech patterns and meanings should be embraced rather than resisted.
- Q: Who would benefit from reading this book? A: 'Word on the Street' is beneficial for anyone interested in linguistics, language evolution, and understanding the dynamics of American English.