Kortmann:English Linguistics

"Kortmann: English Linguistics" is a comprehensively revised and expanded second edition of a classic textbook that has been used in many English and Linguistics departments in Germany for over 20 years. This book is aimed at both beginners and advanced students, providing a solid introduction to the essential features of the English language, including a detailed structural comparative analysis with German. The accessible writing style and numerous user-friendly elements, such as checklists of key terms and concepts, as well as exercises with solutions, make it a valuable companion for students of all levels. The book offers an up-to-date overview of the central concepts and themes in linguistics and addresses the most important current research traditions and methods.