How to Understand Language: A Philosophical Inquiry

By: Bernhard Weiss Why are philosophers, as opposed to, say, linguists and psychologists, puzzled by language? How should we attempt to shed philosophical light on the phenomenon of language? “How to Understand Language” frames its discussion by these two questions. The book begins by thinking about the reasons...
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News Talk: Investigating the Language of Journalism

By: Colleen Cotter Written by a former news reporter and editor, News Talk gives us an insider’s view of the media, showing how journalists select and construct their news stories. Colleen Cotter goes behind the scenes, revealing how language is chosen and shaped by news staff into the...
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The Everything Creative Writing Book

by Wendy Burt-thomas Many people can write. But writing well enough to get published takes hours of practice, the ability to take criticism, and expert advice. Filled with stories and tips from published authors, this easy-to-use guide teaches you the basics of the writing craft. Whether you want...
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One Language, Two Grammars?: Differences between British and American English

by Günter Rohdenburg, Julia Schlüter  It is well known that British and American English differ substantially in their pronunciation and vocabulary – but differences in their grammar have largely been underestimated. This volume focuses on British–American differences in the structure of words and sentences and supports them with...
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Grammar Survival: A Teacher’s Toolkit

by Geoff Barton Focusing on what you need to know in the classroom, Grammar Survival provides you with the essential knowledge and tools you ll need to teach grammar effectively. This second edition has been updated and restructured to reflect the revised framework for English, and ten new...
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