Routledge Grammar and Context - Advanced Applied Linguistics

Explore the deep connection between language structure and social environment with Grammar and Context: An Advanced Resource Book. Part of the Routledge Applied Linguistics series, this text examines how grammatical choices influence and are influenced by the specific contexts of communication. This resource analyzes the interaction of various influences, including socio-cultural, situational, and global factors. It covers a wide range of grammatical perspectives, spanning functional, pedagogic, descriptive, and prescriptive approaches. By looking at real-world examples such as advertising, email, political speeches, and dinner-table talk, readers gain a practical understanding of how grammar functions in everyday life. This book brings together influential readings from prominent names in the field, including David Crystal, M.A. It serves as a comprehensive guide for students and professionals looking to understand the relationship between linguistic form and the world around us.