English Meaning and Culture
, by Wierzbicka, AnnaNote: Supplemental materials are not guaranteed with Rental or Used book purchases.
- ISBN: 9780195174755 | 0195174755
- Cover: Paperback
- Copyright: 4/27/2006
As The First truly global language and lingua franca, English is often seen simply- and simplistically-as a neutral, universal vehicle for the expression of thoughts and ideas. In fact, the words, phrases, and grammar of English are heavily loaded with cultural baggage. This engrossing book by one of the world's leading linguists identifies some of the innumerable connections between the English language and "Anglo" culture.