: Updated statistics on global English use and a new section on English in a post-Brexit Europe.
: Traces the language's evolution from its origins and Old English through Middle and Early Modern English to its current status as a global language. The Cambridge Encyclopedia of the English Language
: Examines varieties of discourse and regional, social, personal, and electronic variations, such as "Netspeak" and social media language. : Updated statistics on global English use and
The third edition is available in multiple formats from various retailers: The third edition is available in multiple formats
The most recent edition includes significant updates to reflect 21st-century developments:
: New sections on language used on platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and WhatsApp, as well as internet trends like "doggo lingo".
: Explores the nature, sources, and structure of the lexicon, including etymology and "lexical dimensions" like slang and taboos.