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Nystrand, Martin – English Journal, 1973
Comments on the effects technology and industrialization have on language change. (MM)
Descriptors: Diachronic Linguistics, Industrialization, Language Patterns, Language Styles
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Eastman, Richard M. – English Journal, 1982
Proposes making minimal translations of Shakespeare's works to restore his literature to modern readers' attention. Considers four types of passages requiring such translations: complicated exposition, thick stylization, the high dramatic moment, and the passing trifle. Presents guidelines for further translations. (RL)
Descriptors: Change, Editing, Higher Education, Language Patterns
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Hasselriis, Peter – English Journal, 1991
Examines the fifth edition of S. I. Hayakawa's "Language in Action" in terms of original strengths and major content still intact, reorganization of chapters with updated application sections, and new chapters on television advertisement and use of deceptive language. (KEH)
Descriptors: Advertising, Commercial Television, English Curriculum, Language Patterns