Language: An Introduction to the Study of Speech

Sapir, Edward

Published by Harvest Books, New York, 1949

About this Item

A classic and foundational work in the field of linguistics, "Language: An Introduction to the Study of Speech" by Edward Sapir remains an essential text for understanding the nature, structure, and evolution of human language. Originally published in 1921, this 1949 Harvest Books paperback edition made Sapir's profound insights accessible to a broader audience.Sapir, a pioneering figure in American linguistics and anthropology, explores the intricate relationship between language, culture, and thought. His work delves into topics such as phonetic systems, grammatical categories, the historical development of languages, and the psychological aspects of speech, influencing generations of linguists, anthropologists, and cognitive scientists.This copy is in Good condition, presenting a sturdy paperback suitable for continued study and reference. The binding is sound, and the pages are generally clean, showing typical signs of age and handling for a book of this vintage. There is no dust jacket, as issued for this paperback edition.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Language: An Introduction to the Study of Speech
• Publisher: Harvest Books, New York
• Publication Date: 1949
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: Paperback Edition.
• Condition: Good
• Weight: 193 grams
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