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In this seminar we will deal with the broad range of English varieties found in the British Isles. We will start off with the historical development of English in the British Isle before we focus on English English, Scottish English, Welsh English, Irish English and some urban varieties such as Geordie, Scouse and Cockney. Recent trends such as levelling, diffusion and accommodation will be discussed in this context. A reader for this course will be made available at the beginning of the semester. |
