American University Word List [Paperback] Jean Praninskas

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Paperback staple bound cover has some wear. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This well-worn copy of the “American University Word List” by Jean Praninskas is a fascinating artifact of 20th-century language education. Published in the late 1900s, this paperback was likely a staple in English as a Second Language (ESL) classrooms across the United States. Its utilitarian design and affordable paperback format made it accessible to students from diverse backgrounds seeking to master the intricacies of American English vocabulary.

As a word list curated specifically for university-level learners, this book provides insights into the academic and cultural priorities of its era. The selection of words deemed essential for higher education reveals the subjects and discourse valued in American universities at the time. Collectors and linguists may find it an intriguing time capsule, reflecting the linguistic challenges faced by international students and the pedagogical approaches employed to address them.

While well-used, this copy’s clean pages and secure binding suggest it served its purpose diligently, accompanying countless learners on their journey to fluency. For language enthusiasts and educators, it represents a piece of the evolving landscape of English language instruction, a testament to the enduring pursuit of effective communication across cultures.