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The book explores the remarkable evolution of the English language over 1500 years, from its origins as dialects among illiterate tribes to its status as a global lingua franca. The authors analyze the geographical spread and increasing diversity of English, highlighting its unique range and variety. They also address contemporary challenges and uncertainties facing the language in both digital and traditional contexts, ultimately asserting that despite its pluralism, English continues to function as a cohesive language.
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English One Tongue, Many Voices, Jan Svartvik, Geoffrey Leech
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- Released
- 2016
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- Title
- English One Tongue, Many Voices
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jan Svartvik, Geoffrey Leech
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan UK
- Released
- 2016
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 320
- ISBN13
- 9781137550224
- Description
- The book explores the remarkable evolution of the English language over 1500 years, from its origins as dialects among illiterate tribes to its status as a global lingua franca. The authors analyze the geographical spread and increasing diversity of English, highlighting its unique range and variety. They also address contemporary challenges and uncertainties facing the language in both digital and traditional contexts, ultimately asserting that despite its pluralism, English continues to function as a cohesive language.