Explore the intricacies of English vocabulary with “Vocabulary: Applied Linguistic Perspectives” by Ronald Carter. This seminal work, now a Routledge Linguistics Classic, offers a comprehensive analysis of the modern English lexicon through linguistic descriptive frameworks and educational contexts. Delve into crucial topics like vocabulary acquisition, the role of dictionaries, and the stylistic study of words in literature. This edition features a vital new introduction examining the digital age’s impact on lexicography, corpus linguistics, and vocabulary assessment. Essential for postgraduate students and researchers in English Language, Applied Linguistics, and Education, this book provides unparalleled depth and clarity for understanding how we teach, learn, and use words effectively.