The Study of Language - Softcover

Yule, George

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9781107658172: The Study of Language
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1107658179 ISBN 13: 9781107658172
Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2014

Synopsis

This bestselling textbook provides an engaging and user-friendly introduction to the study of language. Assuming no prior knowledge of the subject, Yule presents information in bite-sized sections, clearly explaining the major concepts in linguistics – from how children learn language to why men and women speak differently, through all the key elements of language. This fifth edition has been revised and updated with new figures and tables, additional topics, and numerous new examples using languages from across the world. To increase student engagement and to foster problem-solving and critical thinking skills, the book includes thirty new tasks. An expanded and revised online study guide provides students with further resources, including answers and tutorials for all tasks, while encouraging lively and proactive learning. This is the most fundamental and easy-to-use introduction to the study of language.

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About the Author

George Yule has taught linguistics at the University of Edinburgh, the University of Hawai'i, the University of Minnesota and Louisiana State University.

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Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Publication date
2014
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1107658179
ISBN 13 
9781107658172
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
5
Number of pages
334
Rating
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