Interpersonal Prominence and International Presence
This book analyzes the translation of diplomatic discourse, which conveys uncertainty. Using the 2001 Sino-US Air Collision as a case study, it establishes a three-dimensional model for configuring implicitness in language and re-expressing it through translation.
English for Specific Purposes (ESP) is a necessary skill for career advancement. This comprehensive volume brings together insightful papers from an international conference, offering rich insights into innovative teaching practices and worthwhile research.
Is There an End of Ideologies?
Is ideology just a political pejorative? Can we be free from it? To clarify misunderstandings about the key concepts of ideology and discourse, this book traces their origins, their appropriation by Marxist theorists, and examines the relationship between them.
In the United States, minority languages are often lost within a few generations. This volume is a collection of inspiring stories from parents sharing their experiences, challenges, and suggestions for raising children bilingually, providing hope and insight.
Distance in Language
The metaphor of “distance” is crucial for understanding space, time, and relationships, but its use in linguistics is inconsistent. This volume grounds the concept, exploring its potential for analyzing the semantics, grammar, and discourse of various languages.
This book provides insight into advances in English language teaching, focusing on technology and the individual learner. It will appeal to researchers and teachers who wish to keep abreast of the latest developments in techniques and understanding of learners.
Survival of the Fittest
This book analyzes sound weakening in Spanish and English, arguing that language change is evolutionary. It frames lenition as ‘natural selection’: a universal tendency for sounds to fade and give way to stronger segments.
The Power of the Word
From jokes and propaganda to poetry and silence, twelve authors explore the power of the word. This volume provides insights that will allow readers to see the word as a powerful instrument for changing the world in which they live.
Leading phonologists from Asia and America unite in this volume, featuring work from giants like Kiparsky, Archangeli, Pulleyblank, Inkelas, Broselow, and Duanmu San.
Within Language, Beyond Theories (Volume I)
This volume presents current research surpassing contemporary linguistic theories to gain new insights into language. Drawing on data from typologically distinct languages, it addresses hotly debated issues in syntax, morphology, phonology, and more.
Sustainable Development in Mechanical Engineering
Engineers have a responsibility to safeguard the public’s environment, health, and safety. This book proposes sixteen practical cases integrating mechanical engineering with environmental, health, and safety risk management to transfer this essential knowledge.
Ain’thology
Language critics call ain’t “lazy” or “stupid,” yet it’s used by speakers of all dialects. Why? This first book-length collection dedicated to the shibboleth analyzes the history and life of this taboo word in English speech, writing, and media.
Discourses in Co(n)text
This book offers a holistic view of specialised and professional discourse. It analyses the language of medicine, sports, and academia from a variety of perspectives, showing the practical applicability of its analyses and connections to other disciplines.
Within Language, Beyond Theories (Volume II)
This volume of linguistic research surpasses contemporary theories to provide new insights into language. It addresses key issues in language learning, acquisition, and translation, formulating original solutions based on data from numerous languages.
The Future of Italian Teaching
This volume of essays brings together innovative approaches to teaching Italian language, literature, culture and the arts. Featuring diverse perspectives, it proposes language as a tool for social mobility and incorporates trends like social media and technology.
This book provides up-to-date perspectives on the implications of English as a Lingua Franca (ELF) for language teaching. Leading scholars offer novel insights from recent research, presenting innovative projects and good practices for teacher education.
The Grammar Problem in Higher Education in Cameroon
This study explores English grammar challenges among young Cameroonians in higher education. It pinpoints acute problems, analyzes their causes, and offers solutions for L2 learners, teachers, and language policymakers.
This book challenges common views on autism and implicit meaning. Using a novel test with video-based conversational exchanges, this study’s results contradict previous findings, showing that people with ASD can understand non-literal meaning.
Common Core
A timely resource for immediate classroom use, this book provides practical approaches and teacher narratives from across the country—offering strategies to create vibrant, relevant instruction that lives beyond the Core.
The Magic of Innovation
This volume focuses on innovative approaches to teaching foreign languages to non-language students. It offers best practices and theoretical insights valuable to teachers, course designers, and researchers interested in current trends in language teaching.
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