Most English conversation is not conversation at all, but the exchange of little ritual expressions which only work if you know the exact context.


Independent, 6 December 1989


Most English conversation is not conversation at all, but the exchange of little ritual expressions which only work if you know the exact context.

Most English conversation is not conversation at all, but the exchange of little ritual expressions which only work if you know the exact context.

Most English conversation is not conversation at all, but the exchange of little ritual expressions which only work if you know the exact context.

Most English conversation is not conversation at all, but the exchange of little ritual expressions which only work if you know the exact context.