Language Myths

Oct 3, 2024 3:31 PM

Author:Laurie Bauer,Laurie Bauer,Peter Trudgill

Language Myths

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.

Reviews

Michael Quinion's World Wide Words is the web authority on English etymology (word origins) and usage-come here for definitive information on some of the most interesting, amusing and downright weird words and phrases in the English language.

—— Cambridge Dictionaries Online web site (February 2003)

With his usual wit and occasional obscenity, he takes us through an array of metrical forms and poetic structures, talking to us like a cajoling hearty teacher

—— Sunday Telegraph

Intelligent and informative, a worthy enterprise well executed

—— Observer

A smart, sane and entertaining return to basics

—— Daily Telegraph

Funny and instructive

—— Spectator

Previous Article：Short Stories in Spanish Next Article：Italian Short Stories

Comments

Welcome to zzdbook comments! Please keep conversations courteous and on-topic. To fosterproductive and respectful conversations, you may see comments from our Community Managers.