{"title":"Joan C. Beal","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJoan C. Beal\u003c\/strong\u003e offers insightful works focused on the intricacies of the English language. Her books provide readers with a clear understanding of language history, structure, and usage, making them valuable resources for students, educators, and language enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRooted in \u003cem\u003eEducation \u0026amp; Reference\u003c\/em\u003e, Beal’s writing combines scholarly rigour with accessible explanations, enhancing one’s appreciation of English grammar, vocabulary, and linguistic evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-english-language-by-joan-c-beal-9781009228602","title":"The English Language","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA comprehensive yet concise history of the English language, this accessible textbook helps those studying the subject to understand the formation of English. It tells the story of the language from its remote ancestry to the present day, especially the effects of globalisation and the spread of, and subsequent changes to, English.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNow in its third edition, it has been substantially revised and updated in light of new research, with an extended chapter on World Englishes, and a completely updated final chapter, which concentrates on changes to English in the twenty-first century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt makes difficult concepts very easy to understand, and the chapters are set out to make the most of the wide range of topics covered, using dozens of familiar texts, including the English of King Alfred, Chaucer, Shakespeare, and Addison.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is accompanied by a website with exercises for each chapter, and a range of extra resources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe English Language\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e by Joan C. Beal, Charles Barber, and Philip A. Shaw provides an insightful guide to the historical evolution of English, perfect for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the language's rich heritage and dynamic global presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47398031818988,"sku":"9781009228602","price":102.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8578893482547.jpg?v=1773737522"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/joan-c-beal.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}