An Introduction to English Language: Word, Sound and Sentence

by Koenraad Kuiper, W. Scott Allan

An Introduction to English Language is designed as a coursebook for students and teachers of English and introductory linguistics, which presupposes no prior knowledge of the sounds, words, sentences and meanings of English. Believing that the best way to learn is through listening and doing, the authors have packed this lively book full of worked examples and exercises drawn from a range of discourses to consolidate the student's knowledge, competence and enjoyment of the subject. The second edition has been substantially revised to incorporate examples of regional and social variation from English-speaking communities worldwide, including Africa, America, Australia, the Caribbean, Asia, New Zealand and the UK. The authors have also graded the exercises so that they gradually increase in difficulty.

Genres: Linguistics

400 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 2004

Reviews

[Alhanani Osamah]

i love it
its awesome to read ds boook

[Nui]

Must-read book for those preparing to become a English teacher

[Francesca]

È un buon libro . La nota negativa è che si dilunga molto nelle descrizioni e non arriva al succo del discorso .

[and]

read chapters 1, 2, 4, 5 & 6 for my english language exam