Language: The Basics

R.L. Trask

ISBN 10: 041520089X / ISBN 13: 9780415200899

Edité par Routledge, 1999

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Synopsis :

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. New features in the second edition include: a chapter on 'Language in Use' which introduces pragmatics, metaphor, speech and writing and discourse analysis a section on sign language a glossary of key terms an expanded further reading section. Language: the Basics provides an accessible overview of a fascinating subject. It is an essential book for all students and anyone who's ever been accused of splitting an infinitive.

Présentation de l'éditeur: 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. New features include:

* a chapter on 'Language in Use' which introduces pragmatics, metaphor, speech and writing and discourse analysis
* a section on sign language
* a glossary of key terms
* an expanded further reading section
Language: the Basics provides an overview for students and anyone who's ever been accused of splitting an infinitive.

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Language: The Basics
Éditeur : Routledge
Date d'édition : 1999
Reliure : Paperback
Etat : Good
Etat de la jaquette : No Jacket
Edition : 2ème Édition