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Synopsis
Written in an engaging and entertaining style, this book provides a clear overview of the key topics in the study of language and an explanation of the basic terms and ideas.
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From the Author
Why is the study of language so much fun?
The full title is 'Language: The Basics'. I call this my 'bedtime book', because my then editor told me that her boyfriend was reading the book in bed -- perhaps not exactly what she was hoping for when she commissioned the book. This is not a comprehensive textbook. It is a popular introduction, designed to persuade readers that the study of language is enjoyable and fascinating. How did h-dropping happen? How can the word 'nurse' wreck a social occasion? Do women really speak differently from men? Why is Norwegian two different languages? What are sign languages like? These are the kinds of questions examined in the book. I think you'll like it.
About the Author
R. L. Trask is currently lecturer in linguistics at the University of Sussex.
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- PublisherRoutledge
- Publication date1995
- ISBN 10 0415125413
- ISBN 13 9780415125413
- BindingPaperback
- Edition number1
- Number of pages216
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