English Observed is a challenging book for all teachers of English - especially those teaching English to foreign students. The author has observed many areas of modern English where the speaker or the writer seems to 'break the rules'. His examples of educated questions to everyone who sees 'correct' English in black and white terms. Are you sure you never make 'mistakes'? Can we agree what a 'mistake' is? This book will make you more aware of your own English and the English around you.