This collection of papers concerns itself with language in a total situation. Specifically, there is a concern for linguistic capability, how it is to be defined, how it can be assessed, and how it is to be developed. Seven sections are included: (1) Introduction: Context of Situation; (2) Language in a Social Perspective; (3) Language and Meaning; (4) What's the Use?; (5) The Integration of Language and Literature in the English Curriculum; (6) Classroom Contexts for Language and Learning; and (7) Book Notices. (CK)