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The Workings of Language

- From Prescriptions to Perspectives

About The Workings of Language

This volume suggests that claims about language are not to be taken at face value. Linguists explore the picture underlying language in our society, discussing prescriptivism, Black English, Ozark English, American Sign Language, English-Only, Endangered Languages, and media communication.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780275962456
  • Binding:
  • Hardback
  • Pages:
  • 264
  • Published:
  • September 29, 1999
  • Dimensions:
  • 229x152x19 mm.
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Expected delivery: January 11, 2025
Extended return policy to January 30, 2025
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Description of The Workings of Language

This volume suggests that claims about language are not to be taken at face value. Linguists explore the picture underlying language in our society, discussing prescriptivism, Black English, Ozark English, American Sign Language, English-Only, Endangered Languages, and media communication.

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