Author: Rusty Geller
Publisher: Virtualbookworm.com Publishing
ISBN: 9781951985592
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 442
Book Description
A scholarly, critical, irreverent guide to how Australia works (and how to work Australia) written by a PhD dropout, American ex-patriot, sticky-beak (busybody) who writes the truth - and in true Aussie fashion - doesn't care whom he offends. An easy reading reference book for tourists, visiting businesspeople and migrants. It covers doing business in Australia, the legal system, migration, road rules, real estate, politics and elections, the health care system, the military, and many more subjects. The 1800-word Australian-English dictionary will help make the dialect and dialogue understandable.
A Survival Guide to Australia and Australian-English Dictionary
Author: Rusty Geller
Publisher: Virtualbookworm.com Publishing
ISBN: 9781951985592
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 442
Book Description
A scholarly, critical, irreverent guide to how Australia works (and how to work Australia) written by a PhD dropout, American ex-patriot, sticky-beak (busybody) who writes the truth - and in true Aussie fashion - doesn't care whom he offends. An easy reading reference book for tourists, visiting businesspeople and migrants. It covers doing business in Australia, the legal system, migration, road rules, real estate, politics and elections, the health care system, the military, and many more subjects. The 1800-word Australian-English dictionary will help make the dialect and dialogue understandable.
Publisher: Virtualbookworm.com Publishing
ISBN: 9781951985592
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 442
Book Description
A scholarly, critical, irreverent guide to how Australia works (and how to work Australia) written by a PhD dropout, American ex-patriot, sticky-beak (busybody) who writes the truth - and in true Aussie fashion - doesn't care whom he offends. An easy reading reference book for tourists, visiting businesspeople and migrants. It covers doing business in Australia, the legal system, migration, road rules, real estate, politics and elections, the health care system, the military, and many more subjects. The 1800-word Australian-English dictionary will help make the dialect and dialogue understandable.
Americans' Survival Guide to Australia and Australian-American Dictionary
Author: Rusty Geller
Publisher: Virtualbookworm.com Publishing
ISBN: 9781602640740
Category : Australia
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This resource covers the basic and essential information the author and his family learned in order to survive their first few years living in Australia. It can help readers avoid making the same embarrassing mistakes and asking the same dumb questions they did. Included is a 1,500-word Australian-American dictionary. (Foreign Travel)
Publisher: Virtualbookworm.com Publishing
ISBN: 9781602640740
Category : Australia
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This resource covers the basic and essential information the author and his family learned in order to survive their first few years living in Australia. It can help readers avoid making the same embarrassing mistakes and asking the same dumb questions they did. Included is a 1,500-word Australian-American dictionary. (Foreign Travel)
The Cambridge Guide to Australian English Usage
Author: Pam Peters
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 113946521X
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 907
Book Description
The Cambridge Guide to Australian English Usage is an up-to-date, evidence-based account of the variable points in Australian usage and style, in alphabetical format. Its description of Australian English uses a wealth of primary sources (linguistic corpora; the internet; public surveys of usage, conducted through Australian Style) as well as the latest editions of English dictionaries, style manuals and grammars. With all this input the Cambridge Guide to Australian English Usage provides in-depth coverage of the currency of alternative usages in spelling, punctuation and word choice in Australia, while showing the influence of British and American English here as well. This book is designed for everyone who writes and edits documents and non-fiction texts, for print or electronic delivery. Tertiary students and staff will get plenty of help from it, as well as professional editors who work with manuscripts of many different authors and commissions from multiple publishers.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 113946521X
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 907
Book Description
The Cambridge Guide to Australian English Usage is an up-to-date, evidence-based account of the variable points in Australian usage and style, in alphabetical format. Its description of Australian English uses a wealth of primary sources (linguistic corpora; the internet; public surveys of usage, conducted through Australian Style) as well as the latest editions of English dictionaries, style manuals and grammars. With all this input the Cambridge Guide to Australian English Usage provides in-depth coverage of the currency of alternative usages in spelling, punctuation and word choice in Australia, while showing the influence of British and American English here as well. This book is designed for everyone who writes and edits documents and non-fiction texts, for print or electronic delivery. Tertiary students and staff will get plenty of help from it, as well as professional editors who work with manuscripts of many different authors and commissions from multiple publishers.
The Oxford Guide to Australian Languages
Author: Claire Bowern
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0198824971
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 1179
Book Description
The Oxford Guide to Australian Languages is a wide-ranging reference work that explores the more than 550 traditional and new Indigenous languages of Australia. Australian languages have long played an important role in diachronic and synchronic linguistics and are a vital testing ground for linguistic theory. Until now, however, there has been no comprehensive and accessible guide to the their vast linguistic diversity. This volume fills that gap, bringing together leading scholars and junior researchers to provide an up-to-date guide to all aspects of the languages of Australia. The chapters in the book explore typology, documentation, and classification; linguistic structures from phonology to pragmatics and discourse; sociolinguistics and language variation; and language in the community. The final part offers grammatical sketches of a selection of languages, sub-groups, and families. At a time when the number of living Australian languages is significantly reduced even compared to twenty year ago, this volume establishes priorities for future linguistic research and contributes to the language expansion and revitalization efforts that are underway.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0198824971
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 1179
Book Description
The Oxford Guide to Australian Languages is a wide-ranging reference work that explores the more than 550 traditional and new Indigenous languages of Australia. Australian languages have long played an important role in diachronic and synchronic linguistics and are a vital testing ground for linguistic theory. Until now, however, there has been no comprehensive and accessible guide to the their vast linguistic diversity. This volume fills that gap, bringing together leading scholars and junior researchers to provide an up-to-date guide to all aspects of the languages of Australia. The chapters in the book explore typology, documentation, and classification; linguistic structures from phonology to pragmatics and discourse; sociolinguistics and language variation; and language in the community. The final part offers grammatical sketches of a selection of languages, sub-groups, and families. At a time when the number of living Australian languages is significantly reduced even compared to twenty year ago, this volume establishes priorities for future linguistic research and contributes to the language expansion and revitalization efforts that are underway.
The Handbook of English Linguistics
Author: Bas Aarts
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 140517840X
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 826
Book Description
The Handbook of English Linguistics is a collection ofarticles written by leading specialists on all core areas ofEnglish linguistics that provides a state-of-the-art account ofresearch in the field. Brings together articles from the core areas of Englishlinguistics, including syntax, phonetics, phonology, morphology, aswell as variation, discourse, stylistics and usage Written by specialists from around the world Provides an introduction to a key area of English Linguisticsand includes a discussion of the most recent theoretical anddescriptive research, as well as extensive bibliographicreferences
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 140517840X
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 826
Book Description
The Handbook of English Linguistics is a collection ofarticles written by leading specialists on all core areas ofEnglish linguistics that provides a state-of-the-art account ofresearch in the field. Brings together articles from the core areas of Englishlinguistics, including syntax, phonetics, phonology, morphology, aswell as variation, discourse, stylistics and usage Written by specialists from around the world Provides an introduction to a key area of English Linguisticsand includes a discussion of the most recent theoretical anddescriptive research, as well as extensive bibliographicreferences
A Companion to the History of the English Language
Author: Haruko Momma
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1444302868
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 592
Book Description
A Companion to the History of the English Language addresses the linguistic, cultural, social, and literary approaches to language study. The first text to offer a complete survey of the field, this volume provides the most up-to-date insights of leading international scholars. An accessible reference to the history of the English language Comprises more than sixty essays written by leading international scholars Aids literature students in incorporating language study into their work Includes an historical survey of the English language, from its Germanic and Indo- European beginnings to modern British and American English Enriched with maps, diagrams, and illustrations from historical publications Introduces the latest scholarship in the field
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1444302868
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 592
Book Description
A Companion to the History of the English Language addresses the linguistic, cultural, social, and literary approaches to language study. The first text to offer a complete survey of the field, this volume provides the most up-to-date insights of leading international scholars. An accessible reference to the history of the English language Comprises more than sixty essays written by leading international scholars Aids literature students in incorporating language study into their work Includes an historical survey of the English language, from its Germanic and Indo- European beginnings to modern British and American English Enriched with maps, diagrams, and illustrations from historical publications Introduces the latest scholarship in the field
The Pacific and Australasia
Author: Kate Burridge
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter
ISBN: 3110208415
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 657
Book Description
This volume gives a detailed overview of the varieties of English spoken in the Pacific and Australasia, including regional, social and ethnic dicalects (such as New Zealand, Australian Vernacular, or Maori English) as well as pidgins and creoles (such as Tok Pisin, Hawaii Creole, or Kriol in Australia). The chapters, written by widely acclaimed specialists, provide concise and comprehensive information on the phonological, morphological and syntactic characteristics of each variety discussed. The articles are followed by exercises and study questions. The exercises are geared towards students and can be used for classroom assignments as well as for self study in preparation for exams. Instructors can use the exercises, sound samples and interactive maps to enhance their classroom presentations and to highlight important language features.
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter
ISBN: 3110208415
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 657
Book Description
This volume gives a detailed overview of the varieties of English spoken in the Pacific and Australasia, including regional, social and ethnic dicalects (such as New Zealand, Australian Vernacular, or Maori English) as well as pidgins and creoles (such as Tok Pisin, Hawaii Creole, or Kriol in Australia). The chapters, written by widely acclaimed specialists, provide concise and comprehensive information on the phonological, morphological and syntactic characteristics of each variety discussed. The articles are followed by exercises and study questions. The exercises are geared towards students and can be used for classroom assignments as well as for self study in preparation for exams. Instructors can use the exercises, sound samples and interactive maps to enhance their classroom presentations and to highlight important language features.
The Survival Guide to Auslan
Author: Trevor A. Johnston
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780949050137
Category : Australian Sign Language
Languages : en
Pages : 202
Book Description
This book is a beginner's pocket dictionary of Australian Sign Language (Auslan). It features: easy to use alphabetical organization of Auslan ; English translations of Auslan signs ; 500 illustrations of signs with arrows showing movement ; detailed descriptions of how to produce each sign ; background information on Auslan ; examples of variation in Auslan ; fingerspelling and number sign charts ; handshape reference chart.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780949050137
Category : Australian Sign Language
Languages : en
Pages : 202
Book Description
This book is a beginner's pocket dictionary of Australian Sign Language (Auslan). It features: easy to use alphabetical organization of Auslan ; English translations of Auslan signs ; 500 illustrations of signs with arrows showing movement ; detailed descriptions of how to produce each sign ; background information on Auslan ; examples of variation in Auslan ; fingerspelling and number sign charts ; handshape reference chart.
The Languages and Linguistics of Australia
Author: Harold Koch
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
ISBN: 3110395126
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 473
Book Description
The Languages and Linguistics of Australia: A Comprehensive Guide is part of the multi-volume reference work on the languages and linguistics of the continents of the world. The volume provides a thorough overview of Australian languages, including their linguistic structures, their genetic relationships, and issues of language maintenance and revitalisation. Australian English, Aboriginal English and other contact varieties are also discussed.
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
ISBN: 3110395126
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 473
Book Description
The Languages and Linguistics of Australia: A Comprehensive Guide is part of the multi-volume reference work on the languages and linguistics of the continents of the world. The volume provides a thorough overview of Australian languages, including their linguistic structures, their genetic relationships, and issues of language maintenance and revitalisation. Australian English, Aboriginal English and other contact varieties are also discussed.
CultureShock! Australia
Author: Ilsa Sharp
Publisher: Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd
ISBN: 9814408905
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 482
Book Description
CultureShock! Australia is chock-full of information that will help you assimilate effortlessly into life in the land Down Under. Written in an easy-to-read style, this book covers all the basics for settling in, including the options you should consider before deciding whether to have a pool in your backyard or a full-fledged garden in the front, and what to do when your teenagers assert their rights. Peer beneath the laid-back veneer of the Australian people and learn more about what they hold dear as well as their attitudes towards ‘tall poppies’ and multiculturalism. Discover how to entertain guests around the ‘barbie’ and what to do when given a ‘shout’. Find out more about how to speak Strine as well as how important leisure is in the Australian working world. CultureShock! Australia is the only guide you will need to fully understand the Aussie people and their culture and truly enjoy your stay in the land of the Southern Cross.
Publisher: Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd
ISBN: 9814408905
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 482
Book Description
CultureShock! Australia is chock-full of information that will help you assimilate effortlessly into life in the land Down Under. Written in an easy-to-read style, this book covers all the basics for settling in, including the options you should consider before deciding whether to have a pool in your backyard or a full-fledged garden in the front, and what to do when your teenagers assert their rights. Peer beneath the laid-back veneer of the Australian people and learn more about what they hold dear as well as their attitudes towards ‘tall poppies’ and multiculturalism. Discover how to entertain guests around the ‘barbie’ and what to do when given a ‘shout’. Find out more about how to speak Strine as well as how important leisure is in the Australian working world. CultureShock! Australia is the only guide you will need to fully understand the Aussie people and their culture and truly enjoy your stay in the land of the Southern Cross.