The Russian language today
By: Larissa Ryazanova-Clarke and Terence Wade.
Contributors: Wade, Terence Leslie Brian.
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 1999
Place of publication: London; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 369
Subjects: Russian language -- 20th century -- History.; Russian language -- New words.; Russian language -- Usage.
Description: "Since glasnost, almost every aspect of the Russian language has been affected by social change, from grammar to vocabulary and word formation. This book is the first major analysis in English of these dramatic developments and provides the most up-to-date guide to the contemporary Russian language." "Supported throughout by extracts from contemporary press and literary sources, this is a comprehensive overview of present-day Russian and an essential text for all students and teachers of the Russian language."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. [340]-358) and index.