Understanding Language: A Basic Course in Linguistics

Winkler, Elizabeth Grace

ISBN 10: 0826484832 / ISBN 13: 9780826484833

Verlag: Continuum Intl Pub Group, 2007

new title edition. 255 pages. 8.50x5.50x0.75 inches. In Stock. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 0826484832

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"Understanding Language" is an introduction to linguistics aimed at non-major undergraduate students who are new to the subject. The book is comprehensive in its coverage of the key areas of linguistics, yet explains these in an easy to understand, jargon-free way. Pictures, jokes, diagrams, tables and suggestions for further reading make this an accessible, student-friendly guide which should enable students to navigate this often complicated area of study. Topics covered include language acquisition; speech sounds; the make-up of words; grammar; meaning; communication; the history of English; language variation and change. This is an essential introduction for students who are taking linguistics at university, whether as their core subject of study, as a non-major or as a bridge between school and undergraduate.

Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor: Dr Elizabeth Grace Winkler is Assistant Professor of Linguistics at the University of Western Kentucky.

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Titel: Understanding Language: A Basic Course in ...
Verlag: Continuum Intl Pub Group
Erscheinungsdatum: 2007
Einband: Paperback
Zustand: Brand New