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Stanford University Press Empires of the Mind - I. A. Richards and Basic English in China

Name: Empires of the Mind - I. A. Richards and Basic English in China
Brand: Stanford University Press
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Communication

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Explore the historical connection between literary theory and global politics with Empires of the Mind. This work from Stanford University Press follows the journey of I. A. Richards, a leading British literary critic of the 1920s. The book examines his ambitious attempt to introduce an 850-word version of Basic English to China. Readers will learn about the cultural environment of Cambridge during the years between the World Wars. The narrative tracks how Richards's internationalist ideas formed and how they connected to his political goals. The story moves into a volatile era of Chinese history, covering significant events such as the Japanese occupation and the Communist revolution. As the Cold War begins to take shape, this book provides a unique look at how language and politics met during a transformative period in the 20th century.

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Used book in good condition, making it a great choice for collectors and students of history.

Covers the life of I. A. Richards, a major figure in 1920s British literary criticism.

Details the history of Basic English and its efforts to become a global language in China.

Provides historical context on the Japanese occupation and the Communist revolution in China.

Explores the cultural setting of Cambridge during the interwar period.

Published by Stanford University Press, ensuring academic quality and reliability.

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Brand: Stanford University Press
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0804748225
Category: Books > Subjects > Reference > Words, Language & Grammar > Communication
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 25 November 2003
Listed Since: 02 February 2007

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