Essential study guides for the future linguist. Language Diversity and
World Englishes is an introduction to the variation of English
throughout the UK and around the world. It is suitable for students at
advanced level and beyond. Written with input from the Cambridge English
Corpus, it examines how language varies among different geographical,
ethnic and social groups, as well as looking at differing perceptions of
language varieties. Using short activities to help explain analysis
methods, this book guides students through major modern issues and
concepts. It summarises key concerns and modern findings, while
providing inspiration for language investigations and non-examined
assessments (NEAs) with research suggestions.