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Language: The Basics
R. L. Trask
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Description for Language: The Basics
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.
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 ... Read more
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 ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
272
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Series
The Basics
Condition
New
Number of Pages
264
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780415340199
SKU
V9780415340199
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 15 to 20 working days
Ref
99-2
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