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Explore the diverse ways English is spoken around the world with Accents of English I: An Introduction. Published by Cambridge University Press, this volume offers a comprehensive look at how pronunciation changes based on more than just location. This text provides a synthesizing introduction to the study of accents, examining how speech patterns vary across different social classes, levels of formality, age groups, and sex. It serves as the foundational first step in a series designed to map the linguistic landscape of the English-speaking world. By studying this volume, readers gain a deeper understanding of the factors that shape spoken English. This book is an essential resource for those interested in the nuances of linguistics and the social dimensions of language. It sets the stage for subsequent volumes that dive deeper into regional accents from the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, and beyond.

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Provides a synthesizing introduction to the study of English pronunciation and regional variations.

Examines how accents change based on social class, formality, sex, and age.

Analyzes linguistic patterns beyond simple geography to provide a complete social overview.

Serves as the foundational volume for a comprehensive series on global English accents.

Published by Cambridge University Press for academic and linguistic study.

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Brand: Cambridge University Press
Colour: Blue
Format: paperback
ASIN: 0521297192
Category: Books > Subjects > Language Study & Reference
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 08 April 1982
Listed Since: 04 January 2007

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