Language: The Basics

Nonfiction, Reference & Language, Language Arts, Linguistics
Cover of the book Language: The Basics by R.L. Trask, Taylor and Francis
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Author: R.L. Trask ISBN: 9781134635986
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: September 2, 2003
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: R.L. Trask
ISBN: 9781134635986
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: September 2, 2003
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

What makes human language unique?
Do women speak differently from men?
Just what is the meaning of "meaning"?

Language: The Basics provides a concise introduction to the study of language. Written in an engaging and entertaining style, it encourages the reader to think about the way language works.

It features:

* chapters on 'Language in Use', 'Attitudes to Language', 'Children and Language' and 'Language, Mind and Brain'
* a section on sign language
* a glossary of key terms
* handy annotated guides to further reading.

ProvidingĀ an accessible overview of a fascinating subject, this is an essential book for all students and anyone who's ever been accused of splitting an infinitive.

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What makes human language unique?
Do women speak differently from men?
Just what is the meaning of "meaning"?

Language: The Basics provides a concise introduction to the study of language. Written in an engaging and entertaining style, it encourages the reader to think about the way language works.

It features:

* chapters on 'Language in Use', 'Attitudes to Language', 'Children and Language' and 'Language, Mind and Brain'
* a section on sign language
* a glossary of key terms
* handy annotated guides to further reading.

ProvidingĀ an accessible overview of a fascinating subject, this is an essential book for all students and anyone who's ever been accused of splitting an infinitive.

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