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The Study of Language 5th edition

 
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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 – from how children learn language to why men and women speak differently, through all the key elements of language. This fifth edition has been revised and updated with new figures and tables, additional topics, and numerous new examples using languages from across the world. To increase student engagement and to foster problem-solving and critical thinking skills, the book includes thirty new tasks. An expanded and revised online study guide provides students with further resources, including answers and tutorials for all tasks, while encouraging lively and proactive learning. This is the most fundamental and easy-to-use introduction to the study of language.Contents
Preface
The origins of language
Animals and human language
The sounds of language
The sound patterns of language
Word formation
Morphology
Grammar
Syntax
Semantics
Pragmatics
Discourse analysis
Language and the brain
First language acquisition
Second language acquisition/learning
Gestures and sign languages
Written language
Language history and change
Regional variation in language
Social variation in language
Language and culture
Glossary
References
Index



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