This volume presents a comprehensive survey of scholarly work in modern language studies published during 1979. It aims to provide researchers and academics with an organized overview of the year's significant contributions across various linguistic and literary fields. The editors and contributors offer critical assessments of new research, methodologies, and theoretical developments that shaped the academic landscape.

The Year's Work in Modern Language Studies is a long-standing and respected annual compilation, recognized for its thoroughness in cataloging and assessing scholarly output. Its value lies in providing a consolidated view of academic progress, enabling specialists to stay abreast of developments outside their immediate sub-fields. The detailed surveys are typically aimed at an academic audience, serving as an indispensable reference for researchers and graduate students.