Aitchison's Linguistics

A practical introduction to contemporary linguistics

By:

Jean Aitchison

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Paperback / softback

Series:

TY English Reference

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This classic book is a straightforward introduction to linguistics which attempts to answer two fundamental questions: 'What is language?' and 'How does language work?' It outlines the scope of linguistics, explaining basic concepts and essential terminology with examples drawn mainly from English. Sound patterning, syntax and meaning - the inner core of linguistics - are discussed simply and clearly, as are the rapidly growing areas of pragmatics, sociolinguistics, psycholinguistics and stylistics. You will find this contemporary, easy-to-read book essential to broadening your understanding of the subtleties and power of language.

Author Biography:

Jean Aitchison is Rupert Murdoch Professor of Language and Communication at the University of Oxford. She gave the BBC Reith Lectures in 1996.

Release date NZ

July 30th, 2010

Author

Jean Aitchison

Audience

General (US: Trade)

Illustrations

approx. 30 b/w line drawings and charts

Pages

320

Series

TY English Reference

Dimensions

128x196x26

ISBN-13

9781444105964

Product ID

6700393

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