37.1815, Books: The Emergence and Development of American English: Kretzschmar (2026)

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Date: 19-May-2026
From: Ellena Moriarty [rfsupport at cambridge.org]
Subject: The Emergence and Development of American English: Kretzschmar (2026)


Title: The Emergence and Development of American English
Publication Year: 2026

Publisher: Cambridge University Press
           http://www.cambridge.org/linguistics
Book URL:
https://www.cambridge.org/ch/universitypress/subjects/languages-linguistics/history-english-language/emergence-and-development-american-english?format=HB&isbn=9781009161213

Author(s): Jr., William A. Kretzschmar

Hardback ISBN:  9781009161213 Pages:  386 Price: U.K. £ 95.00
Hardback ISBN:  9781009161213 Pages:  386 Price: Europe EURO 110.87
Hardback ISBN:  9781009161213 Pages:  386 Price: U.S. $ 125.00
Paperback ISBN:  9781009161237 Pages:  386 Price: U.K. £ 30.99
Paperback ISBN:  9781009161237 Pages:  386 Price: Europe EURO 36.17
Paperback ISBN:  9781009161237 Pages:  386 Price: U.S. $ 41.99

Abstract:

This book tells the fascinating story of American English, tracing its
emergence in the colonial period through to the present day. Written
by a leading scholar, and drawing on data from the Linguistic Atlas
Project, it explores how and why American English differs from British
English, how it has been standardized, and how the USA's global
political power has influenced its prominent status around the world.
Illustrated with copious examples of language in use, it also surveys
the various dialects of American English, including African American
English, and explores social and cultural variation between English
and other languages spoken in the United States.  Each chapter
explains the relevant terms and concepts from linguistics, and
provides computer-based exercises.  The author also introduces the
basics of complexity science, showing how complex systems shape
development and change in American English.  Authoritative yet
accessible, it will be essential reading for researchers and students
alike.

Written In: English (eng)



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