The Handbook of World Englishes by Braj B. Kachru (Editor)
- Publisher: ENGLISH LANGUAGE LITERATURE & SKILLS
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- SKU: 44249
- Number of Pages: 832
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π Title Name: The Handbook of World Englishes
βοΈ Authors/Editors: Braj B. Kachru, Yamuna Kachru, Cecil L. Nelson
Quality: Black White Pakistan Print
πΉ Introduction:
The Handbook of World Englishes presents a foundational and comprehensive analysis of the global spread and diversity of English. It explores how English has evolved and adapted across different cultural, geographical, and sociopolitical contexts.
π Key Points:
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Offers detailed insights into varieties of English spoken across the globe, including Asia, Africa, the Americas, and Europe.
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Provides a historical and theoretical framework for understanding the concept of βWorld Englishes.β
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Includes contributions from leading scholars, blending linguistic theory with real-world language usage.
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Highlights issues of identity, power, and language in multilingual and multicultural societies.
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Serves as a critical resource for linguists, educators, and students of global English studies.
π Conclusion:
This volume stands as a vital reference for understanding the dynamic, pluralistic nature of English in the modern world. It shifts the perspective from a monolithic view of English to a more inclusive and diversified linguistic reality.