Understanding Cultures Through Their Key Words

Wierzbicka, Anna

53 ratings by Goodreads

Language: English

Published by Oxford University Press Inc, 1997

0195088360 / 9780195088366

Series: Book 1 of 3 - Oxford Studies in Anthropological Linguistics

  • Softcover
  • New
See all details

Seller: Kennys Bookstore, Olney, MD, U.S.A.Kennys Bookstore

5-star seller

AbeBooks seller since October 9, 2009

Softcover

Condition: New

£ 156.69

£ 7.92 shipping 
Ships within U.S.A.

Quantity: Over 20 available

Add to basket
Free 30-day returns

Item description from seller

This work demonstrates that every language has its "key concepts" (expressed in key words) and that these concepts reflect the core values of the culture in question. It shows that cultures can be revealingly studied, compared and explained to outsiders through their key concepts. Series: Oxford Studies in Anthropological Linguistics. Num Pages: 328 pages, bibliography. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DFG; 1DVP; 1DVUA; 1FPJ; CFB; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 156 x 21. Weight in Grams: 504. . 1997. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Seller Inventory # V9780195088366

Title
Understanding Cultures Through Their Key Words
Author
Wierzbicka, Anna
Publisher
Oxford University Press Inc
Publication year
1997
Condition
New
Binding
Soft cover
Language
English
ISBN 10
0195088360
ISBN 13
9780195088366
Series
Book 1 of 3: Oxford Studies in Anthropological Linguistics

Kennys Bookstore

Olney, MD, U.S.A.

5-star seller

AbeBooks seller since October 9, 2009

Shipping rates within U.S.A.

Item14 to 20 business days13 to 14 business days
First item£ 7.92£ 15.84
Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.

Payment methods

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • American Express
  • Apple Pay
  • Google Pay

Store description

We carry a comprehensive range of out of print and rare books.

Specialty

Revolution, War, Peace, Irish Studies

Seller's business information

Kennys Bookshop and Art Galleries (Holdings) Limited

Liosbán Retail Park, Tuam Road
Galway, Ireland H91 N5P8