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American Pronunciation: A Text-Book of Phonetics for Students of English

American Pronunciation: A Text-Book of Phonetics for Students of English

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ISBN10: 1025274253
ISBN13: 9781025274256
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 270
Weight: 0.84
Height: 0.57 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

American Pronunciation; A Text-Book of Phonetics for Students of English is a seminal study of the sounds and spoken patterns of American English. Written by the renowned linguist John Samuel Kenyon, this work serves as a comprehensive guide to the science of phonetics, specifically tailored for students and educators. The text provides a rigorous analysis of vowel and consonant production, stress patterns, and the physiological mechanics of speech.

Kenyon's approach is deeply rooted in the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), offering a standardized system to describe the nuances of North American speech. By moving beyond mere orthography, the book explores the dynamic relationship between spelling and sound, addressing common regional variations and the evolution of standard pronunciation. This volume remains an essential resource for those interested in the history of the English language, dialectology, and the pedagogical foundations of speech training. Its clear explanations and methodical structure make it a cornerstone of linguistic study, capturing the state of American phonetics during the early 20th century.

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