This is a comprehensive guide to the nature of language and an
introduction to linguistic analysis. This is a brand new edition of
"An Introduction to the Nature and Functions of Language", the
bestselling English Language textbook. With comprehensive coverage
of the nature of language and linguistic analysis, this book is
perfect for those studying language for the first time. Topics
covered include discourse analysis, language acquisition, language
change and the history of English, together with examinations of
different modes of discourse as well as the components of language
itself. The book features chapter summaries, study questions and
case studies alongside suggestions for project work and extended
study. The understanding of the topics is aided by a glossary of
terms and a bibliography. There is also a Companion Website with
student and lecturer resources. Originally published in 1996, and
now fully revised, this core text has been used by thousands of
students studying English Language. It is an accessible and
engaging guide to the basics of language and linguistics for
students on A and AS-level courses as well as being perfect those
on their first year at undergraduate level on Language or
Linguistics courses.
General
| Imprint: |
Continuum Publishing Corporation
|
| Country of origin: |
United States |
| Release date: |
2011 |
| First published: |
2011 |
| Authors: |
Howard Jackson
• Peter Stockwell
|
| Dimensions: |
246 x 189 x 25mm (L x W x T) |
| Format: |
Hardcover
|
| Pages: |
256 |
| Edition: |
2nd edition |
| ISBN-13: |
978-1-4411-4373-0 |
| Languages: |
English
|
| Subtitles: |
English
|
| Categories: |
Books >
Language & Literature >
Language & linguistics >
General
|
| LSN: |
1-4411-4373-4 |
| Barcode: |
9781441143730 |
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