Does Spelling Matter?

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Simon Horobin (University of Oxford, University of Oxford, Professor of English Language and Literature, University of Oxford)

Does Spelling Matter?

Simon Horobin (University of Oxford, University of Oxford, Professor of English Language and Literature, University of Oxford)

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English

Oxford University Press
09 April 2013

Language: reference & general; linguistics; Writing systems, alphabets; Educational: English language & literacy

This book narrates the history of English spelling from the Anglo-Saxons to the present-day, charting the various changes that have taken place and the impact these have had on the way we spell today. While good spelling is seen as socially and educationally desirable, many people struggle to spell common words like accommodate, occurrence, dependent. Is it our spelling system that is to blame, and should we therefore reform English spelling to make it easier to learn? Or are such calls for change further evidence of the dumbing-down of our educational standards, also witnessed by the tolerance of poor spelling in text-messaging and email? This book evaluates such views by considering previous attempts to reform the spelling of English and other languages, while also looking critically at claims that the electronic age heralds the demise of correct spelling.

By: Simon Horobin (University of Oxford University of Oxford Professor of English Language and Literature University of Oxford)
Imprint: Oxford University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 221mm, Width: 141mm, Spine: 22mm
Weight: 456g
ISBN: 9780199665280
ISBN 10: 0199665281
Pages: 272
Publication Date: 09 April 2013
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Does Spelling Matter?

This book is a sane, comprehensive and authoritative lesson in why we spell the way we do and why, in order to preserve the richness, subtlety and history of our language, it is right that we keep doing so. Simon Heffer, New Statesman There's plenty of interesting information here ... Horobin is a sane, sensible guide Henry Hitchings, The Guardian