The American Way of Writing
How to Communicate Like a Native at School, at Work, and on the Road
- 242 páginas
- 9 horas de lectura
Explains the uniquely American cultural references that appear in American English for students and professionals to increase their written command of the language. Language is a window into the soul of a culture. The hardest part for newcomers who want to master American English is not learning the alphabet, grammar, or vocabulary - it's understanding the distinctive way Americans approach the world. This book shows readers how to do just that. The American Way of Writing guides readers through the nuances of American English, providing a toolkit for non-native speakers who come to the United States to study, as well as international business and legal professionals who have to work and communicate with Americans in a professional or business context. Understanding what makes Americans uniquely "American" is a challenging subject for anyone to master. Such characteristics are always in flux and a source of constant debate. Steven D. Stark's comprehensive approach to American English in The American Way of Writing is suited to Americans and foreigners alike, offering a deeper understanding of the ties that bind rather than divide. Inhaltsverzeichnis Acknowledgments Introduction: Setting the Stage Part One: Understanding Americans, Their Habits, and Their Distinctive Communication Styles Preface to Part I Chapter 1 A Longing for Space, Chaos, and Speed: Three Initial Aspects of the American Outlook and Language, with a Brief Introduction to the Regions of America Chapter 2 All in It Together But All for Themselves: Six More Aspects of the American Outlook and Language Chapter 3 Our God Is Us: The Civic Religion and American Optimism Chapter 4 The Male Domains: Four Final (and "Manly") Aspects of the American Outlook and Language Part Two: The Ways of the Language-The Basics Preface to Part II Chapter 5 Keep It Concrete and Informal, Using Short Words Chapter 6 Lead with the Conclusion and Be Direct Chapter 7 Getting Down to Business by Applying the Rules of the Road Chapter 8 Editing Your Work Part Three: Applying the Rules to the Workplace and School Preface to Part III Chapter 9 Writing at Work Chapter 10 Legal Writing Chapter 11 Writing in School Part Four: The Varieties of English Preface to Part IV Chapter 12 Moving from British English to American English Chapter 13 Moving from Other Forms of English to American English Chapter 14 Global English Conclusion Bibliography Index
