Many English second- or additional-language speakers in South Africa are sacrificing or 'diluting' their primary languages and cultures in the quest to take up and use the power of a world language.
English In Perspective uses a wealth of local texts to explore how English is spoken and written. It questions the dominance of English and wrestles with some of the complexities arising from language use and change in a multilingual society.
In a systematic and analytical approach to the study of South African English discourse, English In Perspective:
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Many English second- or additional-language speakers in South Africa are sacrificing or 'diluting' their primary languages and cultures in the quest to take up and use the power of a world language.
English In Perspective uses a wealth of local texts to explore how English is spoken and written. It questions the dominance of English and wrestles with some of the complexities arising from language use and change in a multilingual society.
In a systematic and analytical approach to the study of South African English discourse, English In Perspective:
Imprint | Oxford University Press Southern Africa |
Country of origin | South Africa |
Release date | March 2003 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 6 - 10 working days |
Authors | Glenda Heinemann, Felicity Horne |
Dimensions | 240 x 170 x 15mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback |
Pages | 268 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-19-578194-6 |
Barcode | 9780195781946 |
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LSN | 0-19-578194-5 |