Hong Kong English

by Jane Setter, Brian H.S. Chan, Cathy S.P. Wong, et al.

Book Overview

This volume provides an overview of all aspects of Hong Kong English in a style designed for undergraduates and general readers. As a former British colony, Hong Kong used English as the language of government, law and education in the early days of colonial rule. Since the Handover from British to Chinese rule in 1997, it is no longer used as the primary language of government. However, the status of English has survived the decline of colonial rule,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0748635963
• ISBN13: 9780748635962
• Release Date: August 2010
• Publisher: Edinburgh University Press
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.4" x 8.4"
• Age Range: 22 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher