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English as a Global Language

By: Publication details: United Kingdom; Cambridge University Press; 2012Edition: Second EditionDescription: 212 Pages; PaperbackISBN:
  • 9781107611801
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 427
Summary: David Crystal's classic English as a Global Language considers the history, present status and future of the English language, focusing on its role as the leading international language. English has been deemed the most 'successful' language ever, with 1500 million speakers internationally, presenting a difficult task to those who wish to investigate it in its entirety. However, Crystal explores the subject in a measured but engaging way, always backing up observations with facts and figures. Written in a detailed and fascinating manner, this is a book written by an expert both for specialists in the subject and for general readers interested in the English language.
Holdings
Item type Current library Call number Status Date due Barcode Item holds
Book Adult and Young Adult 15-17 Karachi English Language Resources 427 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Lost PKLC000686
Book Adult and Young Adult 15-17 Karachi English Language Resources 427 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available PKLC000687
Book Adult and Young Adult 15-17 Lahore In Store 420 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available PKLC008304
Book Adult and Young Adult 15-17 Lahore English Language Resources 420 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available PKLC008305
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David Crystal's classic English as a Global Language considers the history, present status and future of the English language, focusing on its role as the leading international language. English has been deemed the most 'successful' language ever, with 1500 million speakers internationally, presenting a difficult task to those who wish to investigate it in its entirety. However, Crystal explores the subject in a measured but engaging way, always backing up observations with facts and figures. Written in a detailed and fascinating manner, this is a book written by an expert both for specialists in the subject and for general readers interested in the English language.

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