The Routledge Handbook of Contemporary English Pronunciation provides a comprehensive survey of this field covering both theoretical and practical perspectives on pronunciation. In 35 chapters contributed by leading scholars from around the world, this Handbook examines:
linguistic and historical background of sound systems and theoretical issues linked to sound changes;
pronunciation acquisition and factors related to speech production;
pronunciation research and applications to second language pronunciation;
the link between pronunciation and other language skills including perception and other socio-cultural factors;
pronunciation and its relation to World Englishes.
The Routledge Handbook of Contemporary English Pronunciation will be essential reading for anyone with an interest in pronunciation.
Edited by:
Okim Kang, Ron I. Thomson, John M Murphy Imprint: Routledge Country of Publication: United Kingdom Dimensions:
Height: 246mm,
Width: 174mm,
Weight: 1.047kg ISBN:9781032096148 ISBN 10: 1032096144 Series:Routledge Handbooks in English Language Studies Pages: 618 Publication Date:30 June 2021 Audience:
College/higher education
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General/trade
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Primary
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
Okim Kang is Associate Professor at Northern Arizona University, USA. Ron Thomson is Professor at Brock University, Canada. John M. Murphy is Professor at Georgia State University, USA.