Language: The Basics

R. L. Trask

ISBN 10: 0415340195 / ISBN 13: 9780415340199

Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd, 1999

About this Item

2004. 2nd Edition. Paperback. What makes human language unique? Do women speak differently from men? What is the meaning of 'meaning'? This book provides an introduction to the study of language. It features chapters on 'Language in Use', 'Attitudes to Language', 'Children and Language' and 'Language, Mind and Brain'. Series: The Basics. Num Pages: 264 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: CF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 21. Weight in Grams: 282. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Language: The Basics
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
• Publication Date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0415340195
• ISBN 13: 9780415340199
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: New

About this title

Synopsis

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.

Providing 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.

About the Author

R.L. Trask