Title: The study of language
First published: 2006
Description: Unrivalled in its popularity, The Study of Language is quite simply the best introduction to the field available today. It introduces the analysis of the key elements of language  - sounds, words, structures and meanings, and provides a solid foundation in all of the essential topics, such as how conversation works, child language, and language variation.  This third edition has been extensively revised to include fresh study questions, a comprehensive glossary, and new sections on important contemporary issues in language study, including language and culture, slang, gestures, and African American English.
Subjects: Linguistics, Language and languages, Language Arts, Nonfiction, Taal, Linguistique, Langage et langues, LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / Linguistics / General
LC classification: P107 .Y85 2006