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The Functional Analysis of English, Third Edition Thomas Bloor, Meriel Bloor ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– A ibl it d ti t th l i f th t t i d An accessible introduction to the analysisof thestructure, meaning and use of the English language in the context of the Hallidayan systemic functional grammar model ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Key Selling Points Key Selling Points Suitable for anyone approaching Hallidayan linguistics for the first time Updated to include recent research on the use of functional analysis in studies of genre –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 9781444156652 Updated to include recent research on the use of functional analysis in studies of genre and discourse in educational, scientific, clinical, political and legal contexts Includes an introduction to probability and even more detail on the simple system networks Provides a thoroughly revised section on corpus linguistics and detailed sections on pragmatics and cognitive linguistics Accompanied by additional exercises, activities and supplementary readings at www.hodderplus.com/linguistics Nov 2012 £26.99 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Format: PB Binding: Paperback Extent: 336 pp Summary Summary The Functional Analysis of English is an accessible introduction that helps students to understand the structure, meaning and use of the English language in the context of the Hallidayan systemic functional grammar model. Assuming no prior knowledge, The Functional Analysis of English presents the Hallidayan approach via a variety of texts taken from science, film, history and letters, thus enabling students to apply the Hallidayan approach to the analysis or teaching of English. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Previous Edition 9780340806807 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Target Market Target Market Undergraduate students of linguistics, applied linguistics and English language plus TESOL students The Author(s) The Author(s) Thomas Bloor, Fellow of the School of Languages and Social Sciences, Aston University Meriel Bloor, Fellow of the Centre for Applied Linguistics, University of Warwick

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Suitable for anyone approaching Hallidayan linguistics for the first time Updatedtoincluderecentresearchontheuseoffunctionalanalysisinstudiesofgenre –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Format: PB Binding: Paperback Extent: 336 pp Nov 2012 £26.99 Thomas Bloor, Fellow of the School of Languages and Social Sciences, Aston University Meriel Bloor, Fellow of the Centre for Applied Linguistics, University of Warwick SummarySummary

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The Functional Analysis of yEnglish, Third Edition

Thomas Bloor, Meriel Bloor

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––A ibl i t d ti t th l i f th t t i dAn accessible introduction to the analysis of the structure, meaning and 

use of the English language in the context of the Hallidayan systemic 

functional grammar model

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Key Selling PointsKey Selling Points

Suitable for anyone approaching Hallidayan linguistics for the first time 

Updated to include recent research on the use of functional analysis in studies of genre

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

9781444156652 Updated to include recent research on the use of functional analysis in studies of genre and discourse in educational, scientific, clinical, political and legal contexts

Includes an introduction to probability and even more detail on the simple system 

networks

Provides a thoroughly revised section on corpus linguistics and detailed sections on pragmatics and cognitive linguistics

Accompanied by additional exercises, activities and supplementary readings at 

www.hodderplus.com/linguistics

Nov 2012

£26.99

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Format: PB 

Binding: Paperback

Extent: 336 pp 

SummarySummary

The Functional Analysis of English is an accessible introduction that helps students to 

understand the structure, meaning and use of the English language in the context of the 

Hallidayan systemic functional grammar model. Assuming no prior knowledge, The 

Functional Analysis of English presents the Hallidayan approach via a variety of texts taken 

from science, film, history and letters, thus enabling students to apply the Hallidayan 

approach to the analysis or teaching of English. 

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Previous Edition

9780340806807

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Target MarketTarget Market

Undergraduate students of linguistics, applied linguistics and English language plus TESOL 

students

The Author(s)The Author(s)

Thomas Bloor, Fellow of the School of Languages and Social Sciences, Aston University

Meriel Bloor, Fellow of the Centre for Applied Linguistics, University of Warwick

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Business Economics

Rob Dransfield

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Clear, concise and written by an expert currently lecturing in the field, 

Business Economics focuses exclusively on what students need to know to 

achieve success in their business course and today's global economyachieve success in their business course and today's global economy.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Key Selling PointsKey Selling Points

Comprehensive and stimulating introduction to business economics 

Cutting‐edge case studies that bring the theory to life

Covers all the core areas of business economics that students need to know to succeed at 

the undergraduate level

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9781444170450the undergraduate level

Key economics terms are explained clearly throughout to aid understanding

Chapter objectives, key ideas tables and summaries help students check their progress

SummarySummary

Part of the 360 Degree Series, which provides authoritative yet accessible introductions to 

core business studies modules, Business Economics sits firmly within the business, 

economics and accountancy curriculum to help students meet their academic and career 

goals Students will develop skills for exam and career success with business textbooks from

Nov 2012

£26.99

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Format: PB 

Binding: Paperback

Extent: 350 pp goals. Students will develop skills for exam and career success with business textbooks from 

the 360 Degree Series.

Target MarketTarget MarketUndergraduates studying business or accountancy

The Author(s)The Author(s)

Rob Dransfield, Senior Lecturer in Economics, Nottingham Trent University

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Previous Edition

N/A

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Unlocking Company Law,g p y2nd edition

Susan McLaughlin

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––U l ki C L b i th l t lif ith di k f tUnlocking Company Law brings the law to life with diagrams, key facts 

charts and activities to ensure that students engage with, and fully 

understand, company law. This second edition includes Focus sections 

that examine the law in more detail. 

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Key Selling PointsKey Selling Points

This text's pedagogic approach sets it apart from the literature by helping students to

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

9781444171013 This text s pedagogic approach sets it apart from the literature by helping students to 

engage with complex and detailed legal concepts

Numerous citations, quotations and extracts expose students to primary sources of legal 

language

Cases and judgments are highlighted making them easy to find for cross‐reference and 

revision

Concepts and terms are explained clearly allowing for maximum accessibility and 

understanding

S ti h i t ti lti l h i ti d d t t th l

Nov 2012

£27.99

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Format: PB 

Binding: Paperback

Extent: 448 pp  Supporting resources such as interactive multiple choice questions and updates to the law 

are available at www.unlockingthelaw.co.uk

SummarySummary

Company law is a vibrant and fast‐moving area of the legal system. Unlocking Company Law 

will ensure that students grasp the main concepts with ease. The book explains in detailed 

yet straightforward terms concepts such as legal structures of business organisations, the 

company as a distinct legal person, company formation and governance, shareholders, and 

capital maintenance and distributions. This second edition is fully up‐to‐date with the latest 

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Previous Edition

9780340968345 

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developments in the law and now includes all significant new cases, new material on 

rescuing troubled companies and takeovers, and full coverage of the Companies Act 2006 as 

well as the BIS Report 2010.

The Unlocking the Law series is designed specifically to make the law accessible. Each 

chapter opens with a list of aims and objectives, contains activities such as quick quizzes and 

self‐test questions, key facts charts and diagrams to aid learning. Summaries help students 

check their understanding of each chapter, and there is a glossary of legal terminology. New 

features include problem questions with guidance on answering, as well as essay questions 

and answer plans, plus cases and materials exercises. All titles in the series follow the same 

formula and include the same features so students can move easily from one subject toformula and include the same features so students can move easily from one subject to 

another. The series covers all the core subjects required by the Bar Council and the Law 

Society for entry onto professional qualifications as well as popular option units. 

Target MarketTarget Market

Undergraduate law students

The Author(s)The Author(s)

Susan McLaughlin, Senior Lecturer, Nottingham Law School

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Second Language Learning g g gTheories,Third Edition

Rosamond Mitchell, Florence Myles, Emma Marsden –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––A clear and concise overview of the field of second language learning 

theories for the complete beginner

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Key Selling PointsKey Selling Points

A brand new chapter on information‐processing including language production and 

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

9781444163100

comprehension

A glossary of key linguistic terms

A new timeline of second language learning theory development

An updated chapter on cognitive models of language

Case studies and data samples from a variety of languages

Chapter summaries provide an evaluation of the theories discussed

Nov 2012

£21.99

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Format: PB 

Binding: Paperback

Extent: 352 pp SummarySummary

Second Language Learning Theories provides a clear and concise overview of the field of 

second language acquisition (SLA). This third edition has been thoroughly updated to reflect 

the very latest research in the field of SLA. Written by a team of leading academics working 

in different SLA specialisms, this book provides an expert analysis of the main theories from 

multiple perspectives to offer a broad and balanced introduction to the topic. The book 

covers all the main theoretical perspectives currently active in the SLA field and sets them in 

a broader perspective per chapter, e.g. linguistic, cognitive or sociolinguistic. Each chapter 

examines how the various theories view language, the learner and the acquisition process. 

S i f k t di d l f d t l ti t i t f l ill t t

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Previous Edition

9780340807668

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Summaries of key studies and examples of data relating to a variety of languages illustrate 

the different theoretical perspectives. Each chapter concludes with an evaluative summary 

of the theories discussed. 

Target MarketTarget MarketStudents studying for a degree in linguistics and TESOL teachers

The Author(s)The Author(s)

Rosamond Mitchell Professor of Applied Linguistics University of SouthamptonRosamond Mitchell,  Professor of Applied Linguistics, University of Southampton

Florence Myles, Professor of Second Language Acquisition, Department of Linguistics, 

University of Essex

Emma Marsden, Senior Lecturer in Second Language Education, University of York

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Essential French Grammar

Mike Thacker, Casimir d'Angelo

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––A combined reference grammar and workbook designed to meet the 

needs of intermediate students of French, containing clear grammar 

explanations real life language examples illustrations tables andexplanations, real‐life language examples, illustrations, tables and 

exercises to reinforce learning 

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Key Selling PointsKey Selling Points

Key points boxes, tables and cartoons keep the text lively and help students visualise grammatical points

A wide variety of practice questions at the end of each chapter gives students an

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

9781444166897A wide variety of practice questions at the end of each chapter gives students an 

opportunity to test their progress

A glossary of grammatical terms ‐ clearly explained in both French and English ‐ ensure 

that students really understand the building blocks of the language

Authentic texts from novels, newspapers and magazines demonstrate complex grammar 

while exposing students to French as it is used today

Online, interactive exercises with audio answers for listening and pronunciation practice are provided at www.hodderplus.com/languages

Dec 2012

£19.99

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Format: PB 

Binding: Paperback

Extent: 336 pp 

SummarySummary

Essential French Grammar is a student‐friendly French grammar designed to meet the needs 

of intermediate students of French. Written by expert, academic teachers who understand 

which areas students find difficult, each chapter contains clear grammar explanations; a 'key 

points' box summarising the grammar concept; real‐life language examples in French with 

English translations; an illustration to show grammar in action; tables to reinforce grammar 

'rules‘; a newspaper, magazine or novel extract to illustrate grammar in context; and a 

variety exercises to reinforce learning. A glossary of grammatical terms ‐ in French and 

English ‐ provides a quick reference for revision, and the answers to the exercises are also 

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Previous Edition

N/A

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included so students can check their progress.

Target MarketTarget MarketIntermediate undergraduate students of French

The Author(s)The Author(s)

Mike Thacker, formerly Director of the Language Centre, University of Surrey

Casimir d'Angelo, Director of the Language Unit, Department of Engineering, University of 

Cambridge

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Understanding Sociolinguisticsg g

Enam Al‐Wer

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––A step‐by‐step introduction to the analytical framework and methodology 

of sociolinguistics

–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Key Selling PointsKey Selling Points

A systematic introduction to methodology as well as theory

Assumes no prior knowledge of the field

Includes revision exercises at the end of each chapter

SummarySummary

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

9780340807743SummarySummary

Understanding Sociolinguistics provides a step‐by‐step introduction to the analytical 

framework and methodology of this core Linguistics courses. 

It is a comprehensive overview of the key linguistic traditions of the past, starting with Labov 

in the 1960s, and shows students how sociolinguistics diverged from these. Recent 

sociolinguistic developments and their impact on other linguistic domains, such as the study 

of language change and dialect contact, are also clearly explained. Sociolinguistic 

methodologies are illustrated throughout using examples from studies worldwide and citing 

the major works in this field. 

Dec 2012

£21.99

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Format: PB 

Binding: Paperback

Extent: 256 pp In addition, factors of linguistic variability such as class, style and age are examined in detail, 

and there is a chapter focusing on gender in which the findings and interpretations of 

gender differentiation in language are presented. The contribution of sociolinguistics to 

language change is examined with reference to socio‐historical linguistics via the works of 

major scholars. Dialect geography and the formation of new dialects are also covered, taking 

examples from languages around the world.

Each chapter includes revision exercises and further reading lists so students can test their  

understanding and aid their own research.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Previous Edition

N/A

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Target MarketTarget MarketUndergraduate students taking courses in sociolinguistics

The Author(s)The Author(s)

Enam Al‐Wer, Lecturer in Linguistics, Department of Language and Linguistics, Essex 

University