Isbn: 9780471159636 - the Origin of Language: Tracing the Evolution of the Mother Tongue (27 results)

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. The author of this book argues that there is proof to argue that all languages now spoken on earth are descendents of a single ancestral language.

Hardback. Condition: Good. The author of this book argues that there is proof to argue that all languages now spoken on earth are descendents of a single ancestral language.

Paperback. Condition: Fair. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

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Condition: Very Good. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Condition: good. Signs of wear and consistent use.

Hardback. Condition: Good. The author of this book argues that there is proof to argue that all languages now spoken on earth are descendents of a single ancestral language.

Condition: Good. Paperback This item shows wear from consistent use but remains in good readable condition. It may have marks on or in it, and may show other signs of previous use or shelf wear. May have minor creases or signs of wear on dust jacket. Packed with care, shipped promptly.

Soft cover. Condition: Good. A slightly technical overview of where English came from and how it got here. For students and language buffs. Good condition but edge stamped 'used'.

paperback. Condition: Good. Good book. There is a reading crease in the spine.

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Paperback. Condition: As New. 8th printing. 239p. A softcover book in fine condition.

Condition: Good. Paperback, some illustrations in b/w, 8vo.

Paperback. Condition: Good. 239 pages. Just as archaeologists study fossils and ancient artifacts for clues about manki nd's origins, linguistic researchers today are sifting through word roots and gr ammatical conventions and coming up with some startling revelations about our be ginnings. In The Origin of Language noted linguist Merritt Ruhlen takes you on a fascinating journey of discovery back through nearly 100,000 years of human his tory and prehistory in pursuit of the language from which all modern tongues der ive. Requiring no prior familiarity with linguistics, The Origin of Language is the first book to explain, in laymen's terms, the controversial process by which linguists are tracing the development of the vast range of human speech, sweepi ng aside many traditional assumptions about the spread of language and the roots of the human family. In addition to acquainting you with the manner in which su ch diverse languages as English and Chinese can be compared, Dr. Ruhlen introduc es you to the brilliant mavericks whose linguistic theories are at last gaining worldwide acceptance. He also discusses the exciting new work being done in gene tics and archaeology that corroborates much of the controversial linguistic evid ence. But more than simply describing his and his colleague's theories, Dr. Ruhl en invites you to share in the joys of discovery. He arms you with the linguist' s basic tool kit and lets you work through the evidence for yourself and draw yo ur own conclusions. You'll classify languages and language families, trace langu age family trees, and even reconstruct some of the basic vocabulary used by our most distant ancestors. Also, based on clues provided by your research, you'll p lot the land and sea routes mostlikely taken by early humans in their diaspora o.…

Paperback. Condition: Like New. First Edition. A nearly new copy, square and tight with no creases or splits. Contents fresh and clean, not showing any pen-marks. Not from a library so no such stamps or labels. Thus a tidy book in very presentable condition.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 239 pages. 9.50x6.00x0.75 inches. In Stock.

8°. XII, 239 pp. Paperback. Small mark on title. Otherwise clean. As new. [Linguistics (General) - ] [Lingustik (vergleichende); ] 600 gr.