This fully updated and expanded second edition introduces methodological techniques for analyzing text varieties in English. The book is suitable for language level C1-C2 and is recommended for teaching, research, and self-study. Intertaal is your reliable supplier with fast delivery.
Contents
Part I: Analytical Framework
A clear framework for studying registers, genre conventions, and styles.
Part II: Corpus Descriptions
- Descriptions of key text varieties in English.
- Spoken interpersonal varieties, general and professional written variants, and emerging electronic registers.
Part III: Advanced Analysis
- Theoretical connections between register studies and other linguistic disciplines.
- Practical applications of register analysis.
- New chapters on EAP and ESP, with attention to differences between academic writing in humanities and sciences.
- Case study on technical reports as an ESP register and genre.
- Updated coverage of electronic registers and a new analysis of hybrid registers.