Language Myths

Download or Read eBook Language Myths PDF written by Laurie Bauer and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 1998-11-26 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
Language Myths
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Publisher : Penguin UK
Total Pages : 282
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ISBN-10 : 9780141939100
ISBN-13 : 0141939109
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Book Synopsis Language Myths by : Laurie Bauer

Book excerpt: 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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