The language wars : a history of proper English
Hitchings, Henry, 1974-2011
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Since the age of Shakespeare, arguments over correct usage of the English language have been acrimonious, and those involved have always really contested values relating to morality, politics and class. 'The Language Wars' examines the present state of the conflict, its history and its future.
Main title:
The language wars : a history of proper English / Henry Hitchings.
Author:
Imprint:
London : John Murray, 2011.
Collation:
408 p. ; 20 cm.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:
9781848542099 (pbk)
Dewey class:
428
Language:
English
BRN:
2175302