Languages of the World: An Introduction - Softcover

Pereltsvaig, Asya

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1316621960 ISBN 13: 9781316621967

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2017

Synopsis

What do all human languages have in common and in what ways are they different? How can language be used to trace different peoples and their past? Assuming no prior knowledge of linguistics, the new edition of this engaging textbook introduces readers to the rich diversity of human languages, familiarizing students with the variety and typology of languages around the world. Linguistic terms and concepts are explained, in the text and in the glossary, and illustrated with simple, accessible examples. Numerous language family charts enable students to place a language geographically or genealogically. Updated and revised throughout, the second edition includes two new chapters and new pedagogical features, such as 'Advanced' sections, textboxes and 'Did you know?' boxes. Important websites are integrated into the text, and each chapter includes a 'Do it yourself' section, comprising assignments, questions and problem sets. Supplementary online resources include illustrations, key term flashcards and useful links. This introduction is an essential resource for undergraduate courses on language typology, historical linguistics and general linguistics.

About this title

About the Author

Asya Pereltsvaig is an independent scholar, and was most recently a lecturer in the Department of Linguistics at Stanford University, California.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1316621960
• ISBN 13: 9781316621967
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 408