Language: the Basics

Name: Language: the Basics
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ISBN: 9780415340199

ISBN-10: 0415340195

ISBN-13: 9780415340199

Edition: 2nd 1999 (Revised)

Authors: R. L. Trask

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Language: the Basics provides a concise introduction to the study of language. Written in an engaging and entertaining style, it encourages the reader to think about the way language works. New features in the second edition include: * a chapter on 'Language in Use' which introduces pragmatics, metaphor, speech and writing, and discourse analysis * a section on sign language * a glossary of key terms * an expanded further reading section. Language: the Basics provides an accessible overview of a fascinating subject. It is an essential book for all students and anyone who's ever been accused of splitting an infinitive.

Book details

List price: $29.95
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 1999
Publisher: Routledge
Publication date: 6/23/2004
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 264
Size: 6.42" wide x 7.76" long x 0.71" tall
Weight: 0.836
Language: English



The Uniqueness of Human Language


The Grammatical Backbone


Language and Meaning


Variation in Language


Change in Language


Language in Use


Language


Mind and Brain


Children and Language


Attitudes to Language