Linguistics - 4th Edition

The fourth edition of Linguistics has been thoroughly updated and revised to reflect the increasing confluence of linguistics and cognitive science. This is especially evident in the chapter on language acquisition, which now includes sections on the acquisition of morphology, syntax, and pragmatic competence.

The Unity of Science in the Arabic Tradition: Science, Logic, Epistemology and their Interactions (Logic, Epistemology, and the Unity of Science)

This book is the first to reflect the multi-dimensional nature of the interplay between logic, science, philosophy and language in the Arabic tradition. It presents contributions from the world’s leading scholars and historians under the headings ‘Epistemology and Philosophy of Science’ and ‘Logic, Philosophy and Grammar’.

Arab Economies in the Twenty-First Century

This book examines the relationship between demographic growth and economic development in eight Arab countries. Despite a slowdown in demographic growth, as a result of the change in the age structure of the population, the labor force is increasing rapidly.

Japan: A Global Studies Handbook

This volume is divided into three sections: narrative history; significant people and places; and general reference. It is intended to help its readers get their hands around Japanese history - from the time of the shoguns to early 21st century political machinations, and to get the numbers on the economy, from post-war recovery to becoming a world force and the Asian economic crash.

A classic literary character, Sherlock Holmes has fascinated readers for decades-from his repartee with Dr. Watson and his unparalleled powers of deduction to the settings, themes, and villains of the stories. Now, this friendly guide offers a clear introduction to this beloved figure and his author, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, presenting new insight into the detective stories and crime scene analysis that have has made Sherlock Holmes famous.