The Language of Websites by Mark Boardman

The Language of Websites by Mark Boardman

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An introduction to the way in which websites use the English Language covering a range of auction sites, search engines and chatrooms.

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The Language of Websites by Mark Boardman

The Intertext series has been specifically designed to meet the needs of contemporary English Language Studies. Working with Texts: A Core Introduction to Language Analysis (second edition 2001) is the foundation text, which is complemented by a range of 'satellite' titles. These provide students with hands-on practical experience of textual analysis through special topics, and can be used individually or in conjunction with Working with Texts. The Language of Websites: explores the ways in which websites use and present language covers many different types of web-based interaction, from buying online and auction sites, to search engines, email links and chatrooms considers the structures of language online, such as audience interaction and how hypertext alters narrative structure features a full glossary.

'This book is timely, well written and insightful.. [it] would be a satisfying and
illuminating read for a wide range of people who are interested in
websites, from novice to expert, from creator to user to purchaser-
student, linguist, programmer and instructor alike.'
- Linguist List

'My overall impression of the book is that it truly covers what its title promises. I especially enjoyed the informative examples and the very accessible and engaging exercises which help the reader to apply presented theories in order to find directed answers.' - The European English Messenger

Mark Boardman is Head of Media at South Craven School, Keighley, Yorkshire, UK. He is an experienced teacher, having taught English A Level for many years, and is a senior examiner for AQA English Language. He also founded and runs The English Language List, an email discussion group for teachers of English Language.
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ISBN 13 9780415328548
ISBN 10 0415328543
Title The Language of Websites
Author Mark Boardman
Series Intertext
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Year published 2004-10-14
Number of pages 132
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.