The Study of Language

The Study of Language

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This bestselling textbook provides an engaging and user-friendly introduction to the study of language. Assuming no prior knowledge of the subject, Yule presents information in bite-sized sections, clearly explaining the major concepts in linguistics and all the key elements of language.

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Main Author: Yule, George 1947- (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York, NY Cambridge University Press 2020
Edition:Print book : English : Seventh edition
Subjects:
Language and languages
Linguistics
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Table of Contents:
  • Preface
  • 1. The origins of language
  • 2. Animals and human language
  • 3. The sounds of language
  • 4. The sound patterns of language
  • 5. Word formation
  • 6. Morphology
  • 7. Grammar
  • 8. Syntax
  • 9. Semantics
  • 10. Pragmatics
  • 11. Discourse analysis
  • 12. Language and the brain
  • 13. First language acquisition
  • 14. Second language acquisition/learning
  • 15. Gestures and sign languages
  • 16. Written language
  • 17. Language history and change
  • 18. Regional variation in language
  • 19. Social variation in language
  • 20. Language and culture
  • Glossary
  • References
  • Index.

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