We use language everyday in every aspect of our lives, whether at
school, work, or home, with friends, colleagues or family. The
ability to use language is so important that it defines what makes
us human. Yet what is language? And how does it work? In this
introduction to language, Peter Sharpe answers a series of
questions about language to show its inner workings. Drawing on
expertise from many disciplines, he examines the origins of
language, how language produces meaning, the variation of language
across cultures, how language is used in society, and whether or
not there is a "correct" way to use language. Discussion questions
at the end of each chapter, and signposts for further reading make
this the essential introduction to language for inquisitive readers
and undergraduates.
General
Imprint: |
Continuum International Publishing Group Ltd.
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Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Release date: |
December 2008 |
First published: |
December 2008 |
Authors: |
Peter Sharpe
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Dimensions: |
216 x 138 x 9mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback
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Pages: |
272 |
Edition: |
New |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-8264-9815-1 |
Languages: |
English
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Subtitles: |
English
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Categories: |
Books >
Language & Literature >
Language & linguistics >
General
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LSN: |
0-8264-9815-9 |
Barcode: |
9780826498151 |
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