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Self-contained introduction to linguistics, offering a unique approach to language from a variety of perspectives.
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"This introduction, by some of the most distinguished linguists today, should rapidly become the market leader. Instead of offering the usual catalogue of unconnected topics, the authors of this introduction cover each of the major areas of language--sounds, words and sentences--from several viewpoints at once, which gives a unified account of the field with unparalleled clarity and elegance. Each section is complemented by exercises which are at once challenging, illuminating and entertaining." Neil Smith, University College London
"A competent and well-focused introduction. Pays much attention to grammar, sounds, and the lexicon, but is also very informative and up-to-date about acquisition, disorders, and language as a social institution. Recommended for both classroom use and for a general readership." Jan G. Kooij, Leiden University
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A self-contained introduction to language and linguistics, this book offers a unified approach to language from several perspectives. It provides the tools necessary for understanding the complex structure of a language. The book is divided into three sections - sounds, words, and sentences - which address both foundational concepts and linguistic applications.
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