Understanding Language 2e: A Basic Course in Linguistics

Winkler, Elizabeth

ISBN 10: 1441169423 / ISBN 13: 9781441169426

Published by Bloomsbury Academic, 2012

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Bibliographic Details

Title: Understanding Language 2e: A Basic Course in...

Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic

Publication Date: 2012

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Good

Edition: 2nd Edition

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Synopsis:

Understanding Language is the second edition of this introduction to linguistics aimed at all students who are new to the subject. The book is comprehensive in its coverage of the key areas of linguistics, yet explains these in an easy to understand, jargon-free way. Pictures, diagrams, tables and suggestions for further reading together with Grace Winkler's witty prose make this an accessible, student friendly guide which should enable students to navigate this often complicated area of study. Topics covered include:

language acquisition
speech sounds
the make-up of words
grammar
meaning
communication
the history of English
language variation and change
language and technology.

This is an essential introduction for any student taking linguistics at university, whether as their main subject of study, or in conjunction with related fields.

Review:

"'This book is a beautifully organized, clear and readable introduction to the field of linguistics. The writing is lively and interesting, while at the same time presenting complex and often technical ideas in a manner that's both accurate and accessible. Students brand new to the discipline will enjoy reading this book, and linguists who teach introductory courses will benefit from its clear and direct explanations.' (Amy Fountain, Adjunct lecturer in the Department of Linguistics, University of Arizona) 'In summary, this book is well-suited for students and everyone else who wants to learn about the basic structure of language. It is also very useful for instructors, who will be able to find many examples and ideas of how to introduce and explain complex topics. It is excellent for introductory purposes.' (Linguist List) "Writing in an accessible style, she covers the primary areas of linguistic study-phonetics, morphology, syntax, and pragmatics-and in this her book is comparable to such established classroom texts... This is one of those textbooks that may be as useful in the library as in the classroom; it would be a reasonable resource for those looking for a basic, concise overview. Summing Up: Recommended" (P.J. Kurtz, CHOICE)"