close
Academic English
View as
Sort by
Display
per page
Research Methods in Applied Linguistics: A Practical Resource 2ed
Paperback,
27/08/2015,
£28.99
£26.09
English for the Natives
Hardback,
10/10/2013,
£14.99
£13.49
A guide to the grammar you already know.
Concise Etymological English Dictionary of the English Language
Paperback,
05/11/1993,
£3.99
£3.59
Skeat's astonishing detective work into the origins and development of the world's most widely used language provides an unsurpassed guide to its flexibility and richness.
Complete Plain Words
7,
24/09/1987,
£9.99
£8.99
Suitable for those who needs to express themselves clearly, fluently and accurately in writing, this title helps you lead through the intricacies, problems and pleasures of the English language with wit, common sense and authority. It deals with the dangers of jargon, cliche and superfluous words.
Fanboys and Overdogs
Hardback,
06/10/2005,
£10.99
£9.89
Presents a look at the English language. From the histories of words to the word on the street, this volume examines various words in English, explores how the language changed in 2005, and gives a 'Word a Year' list for 1905 to 2005.
Greeks Had a Word for it: Words You Never Knew You Can't Do Without
Hardback,
01/10/2015,
£9.99
£8.99
Whether it's the Norwegian forelsket or the Indonesian jayus, this title features a smorgasbord of words from around the world.
Evolving English
Paperback,
01/10/2010,
£16.95
£15.26
In this illustrated history David Crystal charts the development of the language from the earliest runic inscriptions in Old English, through the emergence of a standard variety of English between 1400 and 1800, to the most modern forms of the language in 'concrete' and 'text' poetry.
Rethinking Writing
7,
01/03/2005,
£12.99
£11.69
His book is a major contribution to current debates about human communication written and spoken.
Approaches to Teaching the History of the English Language: Pedagogy in Practice
Paperback,
26/10/2017,
£25.99
£23.39
-First Edition published in Paperback 2001.-
Introduction to Old English 3ed
Paperback,
17/02/2012,
£27.99
£25.19
Introduction to Old English is a leading text designed to help students engage with Old English literature for the first time. The 3rd edition includes numerous chapter updates, as well as expanded coverage of Old English manuscripts, runes, and other inscriptions.
Changing English 2ed
Paperback,
28/11/2006,
£27.99
£25.19
Focuses on the radical changes that have taken place in the structure of English over a millennium and a half, detailing the influences of migration, colonialism and many other historical, social and cultural phenomena. This work introduces many key debates relating to the English language, illustrated by specific examples of data in context.
Stylistics and the Teaching of Literature
Paperback,
£20.99
£18.89
First published in 1976. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
Disappearing Dictionary: A Treasury of Lost English Dialect Words
Hardback,
21/05/2015,
£12.99
£11.69
A beautiful gift book that collects together brilliantly quirky English dialect words, before they disappear for ever.
Lexical Priming: New Theory of Words and Language
7,
29/04/2005,
£21.99
£19.79
Theoretically adventurous and suitable for use with a wide range of language studies, Hoey's book reverses the roles of lexis and grammar to present a radical new theory of the lexicon.
Practical introduction to Phonestics
Paperback,
22/11/2001,
£21.99
£19.79
This title is an introduction to general phonetics which explores the entire range of human sounds, systematically covering all types of modification of speech, articulation, and prosodic features. The entire range of phonetic categories is introduced in 124 "experiments".
Concise Oxford Dictionary of English Etymology
7,
03/06/1993,
£10.99
£9.89
Provides a brief account of the origins, history, and sense-development of a large part of the vocabulary of modern English, including both basic words and a wide selection of derivative forms.
Eats Shoots and Leaves
Paperback,
01/10/2009,
£8.99
£8.09
Anxious about the apostrophe? Confused by the comma? Stumped by the semicolon? Join Lynne Truss on a hilarious tour through the rules of punctuation that is sure to sort the dashes from the hyphens.
Stories of English
Paperback,
05/05/2005,
£12.99
£11.69
This superbly well-informed - and also wonderfully entertaining - history of the English language answers all these questions, showing how the many strands of English (Standard English, dialect and slang among them) developed to create the richly-varied language of today.
Meaning of Everything
Paperback,
23/09/2004,
£7.99
£7.19
The Meaning of Everything is the story behind the making of the first Oxford English Dictionary. In this account of the OED's creation, Winchester introduces a host of characters, from the murderer who contributed from his prison cell to the self-taught draper's son who guided the project towards fruition.
How English Became English: A Short History of a Global Language
Hardback,
28/01/2016,
£10.99
£9.89
The English language is a subject of fascination for many people and is frequently the subject of lively debate in the media. In this book, Simon Horobin considers the rich history of the English language, before moving to discuss its role, status, and future.
Course Book in English Grammar
7,
24/05/1995,
£18.99
£17.09
A revised and expanded edition which has additional chapters and material. A new opening chapter discusses the concept of "grammatically correct English" and various approaches to the writing of grammar books. The book itself describes Standard English and has authentic written and spoken examples.
Dictionary of Lexicography
Paperback,
07/06/2001,
£24.99
£22.49
This handbook and reference work provides a detailed examination of the theoretical and practical aspects of lexicography.
Life After...Languages and Literature
7,
18/05/2006,
£9.99
£8.99
Written specifically to help students make informed choices about their future, this book covers such topics as: identifying a career path that interests you; seeking out an opportunity that matches your skills and aspirations; staying motivated and pursuing your goals; networking; self-promotion; and, making the transition from scholar to worker.
Pronunciation of English
7,
£22.99
£20.69
This book provides, in a lucid and authoritative manner, the basic information on pronunciation of English needed by foreign students.
Weeds in the Garden of Words
Paperback,
16/06/2005,
£12.99
£11.69
Kate Burridge provides an entertaining look at 'unacceptable' words, phrases and pronunciations in English.
I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud...and other poems you half-remember from
Hardback,
08/10/2009,
£9.99
£8.99
The English language is jam-packed with wonderful verses that we've all heard at some point, but probably forgotten. I Wandered Lonely As a Cloud helps us remember all those long-forgotten poems that we were taught at school, together with short biographies of the poets and introductions to the poems themselves.
Oxford Dictionary of English Grammar 2ed
Paperback,
16/01/2014,
£11.99
£10.79
This book is an accessible and authoritative A-Z that provides up-to-date definitions of over 1,600 current grammatical terms, with hundreds of useful example sentences and helpful quotations from the scholarly literature. An invaluable guide to all those interested in the English language.
I Before e (Except after c)
Hardback,
09/08/2007,
£9.99
£8.99
Ever find yourself struggling to remember simple facts and rules? Is the ever-increasing pace of life and glut of information challenging your memory? This is the definitive guide to help you to unjumble your mind and improve your ability to recall names, dates, facts, figures and events, and contains all the mnemonics you'll ever need to know.
Oxford Dictionary of English Idioms 3ed
Paperback,
08/07/2010,
£9.99
£8.99
Get stuck into this authoritative and entertaining dictionary of English idioms. Packed with over 6,000 entries from the whole of the English-speaking world, including figurative expressions, similes, sayings, and proverbs, it really is the bee's knees. Ideal for students, learners, or anyone interested in the English language.
Oxford A-Z of Grammar & Punctuation
Paperback,
15/08/2013,
£6.99
£6.29
This handy guide provides the basic information about grammar and punctuation that people need on a daily basis. Arranged in an A-Z format, the book contains entries for standard grammatical terms and deals with specific questions of usage such as the difference between 'may' and 'might' or 'that' and 'which'.
Peas & Queues: Mindfield of Modern Manners
Hardback,
03/10/2013,
£12.99
£11.69
Should you sign your text messages with an 'x'? Which of your friends do you ask to be your best man? Who are you supposed to kiss and when - and is it one kiss or two? This title offers comfort and guidance on the social pitfalls of every phase of life, from christenings to condolence letters.
From Old English to Standard English: A Course Book in Language Variations Across Time 3ed
Paperback,
06/10/2006,
£28.99
£26.09
This practical course book explores the development of the language from Old English to the establishment of Standard English. This third edition has been expanded to provide further background information, with a supplementary website and new sections to outline the development of writing hands and provide a brief introduction to palaeography.
Oxford A-Z of English Usage
Paperback,
15/08/2013,
£6.99
£6.29
This handy guide provides crystal-clear help with writing correctly and appropriately in everyday situations. Arranged alphabetically, the book contains concise entries with guidance on individual words and phrases, and longer entries on broader topics such as overused words, bullet points, and avoiding sexist language.
Grammar Rules: Writing with Military Precision
Hardback,
25/08/2011,
£9.99
£8.99
Suitable for Brits and Americans, this grammar-reference book offers well-crafted 'grammar lite' explanations as well as hundreds of tips and workarounds.
Etymologicon: A Circular Stroll Through the Hidden Connections of the English Language
Paperback,
06/09/2012,
£8.99
£8.09
The massive Christmas 2011 bestseller and Radio 4 Book of the Week
Little Book of Language
Paperback,
01/03/2011,
£9.99
£8.99
From the first words of an infant to the peculiar modern dialect of text messaging, this book reveals language's myriad intricacies and quirks. It sheds light on the development of unique linguistic styles, the origins of obscure accents, and the search for the first written word.
Fucking Apostrophes
Hardback,
03/11/2016,
£6.99
£6.29
A hilarious, furious and profoundly useful short guide to the most maddening punctuation in English.
Horologicon: A Day's Jaunt Through the Lost Words of the English Language
Paperback,
03/11/2016,
£8.99
£8.09
Elements of Eloquence: How to Turn the Perfect English Phrase
Paperback,
03/11/2016,
£8.99
£8.09
Mark Forsyth's 'sparkling' (Charles Moore, Daily Telegraph) and idiosyncratically brilliant third book.
Scientific Babel: The Language of Science from the Fall of Latin to the Rise of English
Paperback,
16/03/2017,
£9.99
£8.99
English for ICT STudies in Higher Education Studies
01/04/2010,
£24.00
£21.60
A faculty-specific series for students in higher education.
English for ICT Studies in Higher Education Studies
Paperback,
01/04/2010,
£17.00
£15.30
A faculty-specific series for students in higher education.
English for academic study:Extended writing & research skills Teacher's book
Paperback,
18/05/2012,
£17.00
£15.30
A university preparation course published in collaboration with the University of Reading.
Speaking
Paperback,
18/05/2012,
£17.00
£15.30
A university preparation course published in collaboration with the University of Reading.
English as a Global Language 2ed
Paperback,
29/03/2012,
£10.99
£9.89
Written in a detailed and fascinating manner, this book is ideal for general readers interested in the English language.
Book of the Month
Secure Payments
