English Phonetics and Phonology: A Practical Course (Applied Linguistics Non Series) (Paperback)

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Product Description
This is a complete basic course in English phonetics and phonology. Since its publication it has established itself as the most practical and comprehensive text in the field. It is used by both native and non-native speakers, who may be training to teach English or studying the language at an advanced level. The new edition takes into account recent developments on the teaching of phonology, and a number of improvements have been made in response to feedback from users world wide. English Phonetics and Phonology bridges the gap between simple pronunciation handbooks and technical phonetics and phonology textbooks. The chapters are cross-referenced to the recordings which consist of practical exercises on two cassettes or CDs. At the end of each chapter there are notes giving information on further reading, discussion of difficult issues and, where appropriate, suggestions for teachers.

Book Description
English Phonetics and Phonology bridges the gap between pronunciation handbooks and technical phonetics and phonology textbooks.

Product Details

• Paperback: 298 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press; 3 edition (January 8, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0521786134
• ISBN-13: 978-0521786133
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #612,231 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A REMARKABLE WORK. If it only included the CD or tapes..., August 10, 2005

By	Eduardo Islas (MEXICO) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I'm a learner of English as a foreign tongue. After many years of mispronouncing some words, I just found this book to realize about my mistakes in pronunciation, now thanks to this book I'm able to fix them.
Very clear, well structured and easy to learn book for learners of British English.
The only regret is that it doesn't come with the audio material. IT IS SOLD SEPARATELY. Nevertheless it's still a good book. But for how long? I ve seen some similar books from other publishers at about the same price but they include de CD. We buyers would be willing to pay a little more for that.
I don't understand why some books like this come with the CD or tapes while this one doesn't.
Otherwise this book would be perfect.

9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for beginners in phonology, June 29, 2000

By	"tamran" (Singapore) - See all my reviews

This review is from: English Phonetics and Phonology: A Practical Course (Paperback)

I was introduced to this book as an undergraduate grappling with phonetics for the first time. It was an eye-opener. It really helps to clarify the salient points in a simplistic and easy to understand manner.It was the main reason why I passed my Phonology module. I have since recommended this book to my juniors.

6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Oriented Towards British-English, June 8, 2004

By	Steve Carr (Woodridge, New York USA) - See all my reviews

All in all, this is a good book. The explanations are clear and the chapters are short; it's a good introduction to phonetics and phonology. People who are interested in American-English pronunciation should be warned that the book is based on British-English--what the author calls "BBC pronunciation" or "received pronunciation". The phoneme set is somewhat different than that of American-English. Still a worthwhile read.