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Analysing 21st Century British English:Conceptual & methodological aspects of the voices project
Paperback,
14/05/2013,
£35.00
£31.50
OXFORD GUIDE TO PLAIN ENGLISH
Paperback,
15/08/2013,
£7.99
£7.19
Completely revised and updated, this new edition of the Oxford Guide to Plain English is an essential tool for clear communication. It provides authoritative help on how to get your message across effectively. In 25 easy-to-follow chapters, it covers straightforward language, punctuation, grammar, writing emails, and much more.
Oxford Dictionary of Word Origins 2ed
Paperback,
10/07/2010,
£9.99
£8.99
An accessible, lively A-Z of over 3,000 words and their origins, drawn from Oxford's unrivalled dictionary research and language monitoring. Ideal for language lovers and students alike, the Oxford Dictionary of Word Origins relates the fascinating stories behind many of our most curious words and expressions.
Spell it Out: The Singular Story of English Spelling
Paperback,
19/09/2013,
£8.99
£8.09
Why is there an 'h' in ghost? William Caxton, inventor of the printing press and his Flemish employees are to blame: without a dictionary or style guide to hand in fifteenth century Bruges, the typesetters simply spelled it the way it sounded to their foreign cars, and it stuck. This book takes you on a journey through English spelling.
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.
Cambridge Academic English C1 Advanced Student's Book: An Integrated Skills Course for EAP
Paperback,
19/07/2012,
£30.20
£27.18
A three-level (B1+ to C1) integrated skills course for higher education students at university or on foundation courses.
Cambridge English for Nursing Intermediate Plus Student's Bo
Paperback,
30/10/2008,
£18.10
£16.29
A short self-study or classroom course (40-60 hours) for nurses who need to use English in the workplace.
Story Of English
Paperback,
05/05/2011,
£12.99
£11.69
Two thousand years ago English was confined to a handful of savage tribes on the shores of north-west Europe; and now, in one form or another, it is spoken by a billion people around the world. This title offers a tale of the origins and development of the English language.
Fowler's Concise Dictionary of Modern English Usage 3ed
Paperback,
10/03/2016,
£11.99
£10.79
Fowler's Concise Dictionary of Modern English Usage is an invaluable quick-reference work, providing clear, practical and up-to-date guidance on questions of grammar, spelling, style, and word choice. Jeremy Butterfield has judiciously revised the text to reflect the English usage practices and concerns of the 21st century.
By Hook Or By Crook
Paperback,
01/04/2008,
£8.99
£8.09
A delightfully discursive, Bill Bryson-esque and personal journey through the groves and the thickets of the English language, by our foremost scholar of the history and structure of the English language.
Gwynne's Grammar
Hardback,
18/04/2013,
£7.99
£7.19
Mr Gwynne believes passionately that we must regain our knowledge of the lost science of grammar before it is too late. Formerly a successful businessman, Mr Gwynne has for many years been teaching and tutoring just about every sort of subject to just about every sort of pupil in just about every sort of circumstance. This title tells his story.
English for academic study: Reading, Teacher's book
Paperback,
07/08/2012,
£17.00
£15.30
A university preparation course published in collaboration with the University of Reading.
English for Academic Study: Writing
Paperback,
16/05/2012,
£10.00
£9.00
A university preparation course published in collaboration with the University of Reading.
English for academic study: Writing, Teacher's book
Paperback,
18/05/2012,
£17.00
£15.30
A university preparation course published in collaboration with the University of Reading.
Games Book: 20 Photocopiable Board Games for General and Business English
Paperback,
06/05/1998,
£18.50
English Phonetics and Phonology 4ed
26/03/2009,
£31.30
£28.17
This is a complete basic course in English phonetics and phonology.
History of the English Language
Paperback,
17/03/2008,
£22.99
£20.69
A complete history of English, from the earliest known writings to its status today as a dominant world language.
Research Perspectives on English for Academic Purposes
7,
15/03/2001,
£21.50
£19.35
This volume of specially commissioned articles examines theory and practice in EAP.
Words of a Feather: An Etymological Explanation of Astonishing Word Pairs
Hardback,
05/11/2015,
£9.99
£8.99
Is there any PRESTIGE in a STRAITJACKET? When does a CLIQUE become a CLICHE? And what has MORRIS DANCING to do with MAURITANIA? In this witty volume, Graeme Donald explores the intriguing links between words with a common origin.
Rediscover Grammar
Paperback,
30/03/2004,
£18.50
£16.65
The best-selling grammar reference - essential for all teachers and students of English. It provides an effortless tour through the structures and terminology of the English Language
Making Sense of Grammar
Paperback,
21/04/2004,
£18.99
£17.09
The author explains structure and then shows how it works in different language contexts - the literary, the non-literary, the spoken and the written. He explores a wide range of linguistic themes including sociolinguistics, language acquisition and register, and shows how our language can be interpreted.
Literature in the Language Classroom
Paperback,
17/12/1987,
£21.90
£19.71
A variety of imaginative techniques for integrating literature work with language learning.
English as a Global Language 2ed
Paperback,
28/07/2003,
£15.99
£14.39
Crystal presents an account of the rise and status of English as a global language.
Cambridge Encyclopedia Of The English Language 2ed
Paperback,
04/08/2003,
£34.99
£31.49
This second edition presents an overhaul of its subject for a new generation of language-lovers.
Using English 2ed
Paperback,
13/12/2006,
£32.99
£29.69
Provides an introduction to the study of English for students of language and linguistics. This title examines the way in which the English language is used in different contexts and in many parts of the world, by both native and non-native speakers. It explores the issues of language use in speech and writing, in work and play, and in persuading.
My Grammar and I (or Should That be 'Me'?)
Paperback,
01/09/2011,
£5.99
£5.39
The go-to guide for grammar, My Grammar and I offers amusing examples of awful grammar, while steering you in the direction of grammatical greatness. Refreshing everything you should have learnt at school and more, My Grammar and I is informative yet entertaining - an ideal buy for any English language enthusiast.
Grammar : A Friendly Approach 2ed
Paperback,
01/03/2010,
£12.99
£11.69
This book introduces grammar in a gentle way by illustrating the kinds of issues students may come across by setting them in context using a soap opera style script.
Oxford History of English (Updated Ed)
Paperback,
29/11/2012,
£14.99
£13.49
Lynda Mugglestone's hugely popular The Oxford History of English is republished in a reset and revised edition featuring David Crystal's new take on the future of English. With impeccable and approachable scholarship, it describes the changing sounds, words, and meanings of English. A book for everyone interested in the language.
Words in Time and Place
Hardback,
18/09/2014,
£16.99
£15.29
How has the English language developed over time? How have words entered the English language, or changed their meaning? David Crystal takes us on a wonderful tour through the origins and evolution of 15 groups of words, from dying to spacecraft. His source is the monumental Historical Thesaurus of the Oxford English Dictionary.
Oxford A-Z of Better Spelling
Paperback,
15/08/2013,
£6.99
£6.29
Adding endings and remembering when 'i' comes before 'e' are just some of the aspects of spelling that confront us with endless pitfalls. This easy-to-use A-Z guide does what no spellchecker can do: it offers both spellings for tricky words and rules that will help you develop good spelling.
Fight For English
Paperback,
07/09/2006,
£9.99
£8.99
This is the story of the battles both past and present surrounding English usage. So many of us are made to feel ashamed of how we use our language, but in this lively and authoritative contribution to the debate David Crystal argues for a more rational and balanced approach.
Dictionary of English Grammar
Paperback,
31/08/2000,
£7.99
£7.19
A guide to the grammatical laws and idiosyncrasies that govern the English Language. It is suitable for linguists, English Language students, and those who write in English.
English Language: A Guided Tour of the Language
Paperback,
28/03/2002,
£9.99
£8.00
Provides a survey of the English language in its various forms. This book describes the structure of the language, the uses of English throughout the world and provides a history of English. It includes a chapter on 'The effect of technology' on the English language.
Grammar
Paperback,
24/11/2005,
£13.00
£11.70
Explains what grammar is, why languages have to have it, and how different languages exploit it. This book includes an introduction on the theoretical and pedagogical approaches to grammatical description, the notion of 'universal grammar', the role of grammar in establishing social and educational norms, and the grammar of International English.
Oxford English for Careers: Nursing 2: Student's Book
Paperback,
24/07/2008,
£23.00
£20.70
Nursing 2 teaches pre-work students to communicate accurately, in English, with patients and colleagues.
Oxford English for Careers: Nursing 2: Teacher's Resource Book
Paperback,
14/08/2008,
£16.50
£14.85
Nursing teaches pre-work students to communicate accurately, in English, with patients and colleagues.
Oxford English for Careers: Nursing 2: Class Audio CD
26/06/2008,
£25.80
£23.22
Nursing teaches pre-work students to communicate accurately, in English, with patients and colleagues.
Oxford Everyday Grammar
Paperback,
08/04/2004,
£9.99
£8.99
This accessible and unique approach to grammar comes in two parts: the first section consists of a practical guide on how to understand and use grammar successfully, and the second is an extensive A-Z glossary of grammatical terms. It is ideal for both language students and anyone wanting to improve their written and spoken English.
1001 Words You Need to Know and Use: An A-Z of Effective Vocabulary
Paperback,
10/07/2014,
£7.99
£7.19
Reissued with an attractive new cover, this A-Z provides 1001 words you need to know to make your writing and speaking effective and convincing. With clear guidance on choosing the right word, this book is essential for anyone wanting to achieve success in written and spoken tasks including essays, interviews, CVs and application letters, and more.
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