This is a short, lively, and accessible introduction to the sounds of modern English. Its emphasis on variation,
with examples from British, American, New Zealand, and Singaporean English, make it suitable for both native and
non-native speakers. McMahon focuses on the vowels and consonants, but also discusses syllables, stress, and the
phonology of words and phrases. She introduces new tools and terminology gradually, and discusses the motivation
for key concepts.
