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Dive into 'A Date with Language,' a captivating collection featuring 366 insightful facts about language to brighten each day of the year. Authored by acclaimed linguist David Crystal, this book showcases a vibrant tapestry of linguistic stories, historical events, and fun facts that engage enthusiasts and casual readers alike. Explore unique themes ranging from 'Morse Code Day' to 'Talk Like William Shatner Day,' showcasing the richness of language like never before. The day-by-day approach highlights key moments and figures in language history, from Shakespeare to Toni Morrison, and examines diverse topics like grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.
Whether you're passionate about linguistics, literature, or simply curious, this book serves as an inspiring resource filled with creativity and knowledge. Discover the role of language in various fields including science, politics, and the arts, and celebrate the achievements of language professionals in teaching, therapy, and communities worldwide. Celebrate the remarkable diversity of languages acknowledged by the United Nations as well as lesser-known dialects and their cultural identities. Perfect for language lovers, educators, and anyone eager to learn something new each day!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781851246113. Year: 2023. Publisher: Bodleian Library Publishing.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781851246113
Year: 2023
Publisher: Bodleian Library Publishing
Description:
A collection of 366 facts about language to enliven each day of the year.
In this ingenious and diverse collection of 366 stories, events and facts about language, David Crystal presents a selection of insights from literary and linguistic writers, poets and global institutions, together with the weird and wonderful creations of language enthusiasts to enliven each day of the year.
The day-by-day treatment illustrates the extraordinary breadth of the subject, from â€Morse Code Day’ to â€Talk Like William Shatner Day’, from forensic phonetics used to catch serial killers to heroines of speed reading, and covers writers from many different eras and cultures, including William Shakespeare, Oscar Wilde, Emily Dickinson, Toni Morrison, R. K. Narayan, Wole Soyinka and many more.
Some days focus on pronunciation, orthography, grammar or vocabulary. Others focus on the way language is used in science, religion, politics, broadcasting, publishing, the Internet and the arts. There are days that acknowledge the achievements of language study, such as in language teaching, speech therapy, deaf education and forensic science, as well as technological progress, from the humble pencil to digital software. Several days celebrate individual languages, such as those recognised as â€official’ by the United Nations, but not forgetting those spoken by small communities, along with their associated cultural identities.
A celebration of the remarkable creativity of all who have illuminated our understanding of language, this book is ideal for anyone wanting to add an extra point of interest to their language day.
Whether you're passionate about linguistics, literature, or simply curious, this book serves as an inspiring resource filled with creativity and knowledge. Discover the role of language in various fields including science, politics, and the arts, and celebrate the achievements of language professionals in teaching, therapy, and communities worldwide. Celebrate the remarkable diversity of languages acknowledged by the United Nations as well as lesser-known dialects and their cultural identities. Perfect for language lovers, educators, and anyone eager to learn something new each day!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781851246113. Year: 2023. Publisher: Bodleian Library Publishing.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781851246113
Year: 2023
Publisher: Bodleian Library Publishing
Description:
A collection of 366 facts about language to enliven each day of the year.
In this ingenious and diverse collection of 366 stories, events and facts about language, David Crystal presents a selection of insights from literary and linguistic writers, poets and global institutions, together with the weird and wonderful creations of language enthusiasts to enliven each day of the year.
The day-by-day treatment illustrates the extraordinary breadth of the subject, from â€Morse Code Day’ to â€Talk Like William Shatner Day’, from forensic phonetics used to catch serial killers to heroines of speed reading, and covers writers from many different eras and cultures, including William Shakespeare, Oscar Wilde, Emily Dickinson, Toni Morrison, R. K. Narayan, Wole Soyinka and many more.
Some days focus on pronunciation, orthography, grammar or vocabulary. Others focus on the way language is used in science, religion, politics, broadcasting, publishing, the Internet and the arts. There are days that acknowledge the achievements of language study, such as in language teaching, speech therapy, deaf education and forensic science, as well as technological progress, from the humble pencil to digital software. Several days celebrate individual languages, such as those recognised as â€official’ by the United Nations, but not forgetting those spoken by small communities, along with their associated cultural identities.
A celebration of the remarkable creativity of all who have illuminated our understanding of language, this book is ideal for anyone wanting to add an extra point of interest to their language day.