Language and the Study of Language (Classic Reprint): Twelve Lectures on the Principles of Linguistic Science: Twelve Lectures on the Principles of Linguistic Science (Classic Reprint) - Brossura

Whitney, William Dwight

9781332352746: Language and the Study of Language (Classic Reprint): Twelve Lectures on the Principles of Linguistic Science: Twelve Lectures on the Principles of Linguistic Science (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 133235274X ISBN 13: 9781332352746

Casa editrice: Forgotten Books, 2018

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A clear, accessible introduction to language and its origins, from a leading scholar.

This is a single-volume set of lectures that explains what language is, where it comes from, and how it grows. It emphasizes clear, practical ideas over jargon, making complex topics easy to grasp for readers and students alike. The work aims to be widely adopted as a textbook, guiding readers from familiar ideas toward more advanced concepts.

The book surveys language’s nature, origin, growth, and classifications, while exploring its ethnological connections and its value to humankind. It treats methods gently, showing how linguistic study can illuminate thought, culture, and history without getting bogged down in technical terminology.

Foundational concepts in language described in plain terms

How languages develop, change, and relate to one another

Early, accessible discussion of philology and linguistic methods

Scope for classroom instruction and self-guided study

Ideal for students, educators, and curious readers who want a solid, readable introduction to language and its study.

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Editore: Forgotten Books
Data di pubblicazione: 2018
Lingua: Inglese
ISBN 10: 133235274X
ISBN 13: 9781332352746
Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
Numero di pagine: 510
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Language and the Study of Language (Classic Reprint)

William Dwight Whitney

Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018

ISBN 10: 133235274X ISBN 13: 9781332352746

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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores linguistics as both a science and an art. The author traces the history of the study of language, from its origins in the work of scholars like Jacob Grimm and August Schleicher to its current state as a rigorous discipline with its own methods and theories. The book also delves into the nature of language itself, examining its fundamental principles, its diverse manifestations, and its role in human history and development. The author argues that language is not merely a tool for communication, but a complex and dynamic system that reflects the culture and history of its speakers. He discusses the evolution of language, the relationship between language and thought, and the ways in which language can be used to express creativity, beauty, and power. Ultimately, this book is a celebration of the power and beauty of human language. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history, nature, and significance of this essential part of our human experience. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9781332352746_0

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