A unique collection of original essays by 21 of the world's leading linguists. The topics discussed focus on some of the most popular myths about language: The

This volume was conceived as a first book in SLA for advanced undergraduate or introductory master’s courses that include education majors, foreign language e

Language Myths and the History of English aims to deconstruct the myths that are traditionally reproduced as factual accounts of the historical development of E

A detailed look at language-related myths that explores both what we know and how we know it.

How Myths about Language Affect Education: What Every Teacher Should Know clarifies some of the most common misconceptions about language, particularly those th