ISBN:
0203991699
,
041510355X
,
0415103541
Language:
English
Pages:
Online-Ressource (xvi, 264 p)
Edition:
Online-Ausg. Palo Alto, Calif ebrary 2009 Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
Series Statement:
The politics of language
Parallel Title:
Print version Verbal Hygiene
DDC:
306.44
Keywords:
Metalanguage
;
Language purism
Abstract:
In this book, Cameron explores popular attitudes towards language and examines the practices by which people attempt to regulate its use. She also argues that popular discourse about language values serves a function for those engaged in it
Note:
Includes bibliographical references (p. [248]-254) and indexes
,
Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
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