Language: the Basics

Trask, R. L.

ISBN 10: 0415340195 / ISBN 13: 9780415340199

Editore: Taylor & Francis Group, 1999

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Titolo: Language: the Basics

Casa editrice: Taylor & Francis Group

Data di pubblicazione: 1999

Legatura: Brossura

Condizione: Good

Edizione: seconda edizione

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Riassunto:

What makes human language unique?
Do women speak differently from men?
Just what is the meaning of "meaning"?

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.

It features:

* chapters on 'Language in Use', 'Attitudes to Language', 'Children and Language' and 'Language, Mind and Brain'
* a section on sign language
* a glossary of key terms
* handy annotated guides to further reading.

Providing an accessible overview of a fascinating subject, this is an essential book for all students and anyone who's ever been accused of splitting an infinitive.

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Book by Trask RL