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Synopsis
An introduction to linguistics assuming no prior knowledge, this book offers comprehensive coverage of the key areas of linguistics in an easy to understand, jargon-free way. Fully revised and updated, this is an essential introduction for any student studying linguistics for the first time, exploring the diverse ways in which language benefits our lives and, collectively, our societies.
Features of the third edition include:
- A new chapter exploring language, the brain and the mind
- A new chapter on World Englishes
- Updated and expanded coverage of topics throughout, including animal communication systems, language and gender, and educational linguistics
- New and refreshed online resources offering additional support for teachers and students
Equipped with illustrations, diagrams, and a wealth of examples of language in use, this book brings the study of language to life, using a wide range of materials including text from public signs, newspapers, magazines, and digital platforms, snippets from real-life conversations as well as dialogue from print, film, and television. Each chapter contains suggestions for further reading and a list of questions to consolidate understanding at each step. The book is also accompanied by a companion website, providing a host of additional materials to further assist in the teaching and understanding of linguistics.
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About the Author
Elizabeth Winkler is Faculty Emeritus at Western Kentucky University, USA.
Trini Stickle is Associate Professor of Linguistics at Western Kentucky University, USA.
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