A comprehensive collection designed for students developing academic reading and writing skills across disciplines. The book includes readings from the humanities, sciences, and social sciences, with commentary and writing exercises that support academic success.
This work by Noam Chomsky presents a non-technical introduction to linguistics and explores the nature of language, thought, and human understanding. It reflects on the implications of transformational-generative grammar and the biological basis of language acquisition.
This guide offers practical training in the use of the phonetic symbols used in Webster's Dictionary. Suitable for students, teachers, and anyone seeking mastery of pronunciation keys and transcription systems in American English.
A classic foundational work in English phonetics, this book introduces the main principles of English pronunciation, including articulatory and acoustic aspects, and has been widely used in phonetic studies and language teaching.
This book develops advanced reading skills by focusing on how meaning is constructed across paragraphs and entire texts. It helps ESL students discover and analyze discourse features for better comprehension.
An introductory book outlining the essential theoretical foundations of linguistics, designed for students and researchers in applied and theoretical linguistics.
A comprehensive guide for both new and experienced teachers, combining theoretical insight with practical classroom strategies. Part of the Cambridge Teacher Training and Development series.
English language – Spoken English English conversation English as a second language – Study and teaching
A collection of linguistic studies focusing on South Asian languages, especially Sinhala and Tamil, reflecting the author's extensive research contributions to the field.
This intermediate-level retelling of Pride and Prejudice simplifies Jane Austen’s classic novel for English language learners. The story follows Elizabeth Bennet as she navigates issues of manners, upbringing, and marriage in 19th-century England. Includes exercises and glossaries to support comprehension and language development.