Introducing Linguistics Culpeper Jonathan
Introducing Linguistics brings together the work of scholars working at the cutting-edge of the field of Linguistics, creating an accessible and wide-ranging introductory level textbook for newcomers…
Specifikacia Introducing Linguistics Culpeper Jonathan
Introducing Linguistics brings together the work of scholars working at the cutting-edge of the field of Linguistics, creating an accessible and wide-ranging introductory level textbook for newcomers to Linguistics. The textbook:Provides broad coverage of the field, comprising five key areas: language structures, mind and society, applications, methods, and issues;Presents the latest research in an accessible way;Incorporates examples from a wide variety of languages - from isiZulu to Washo - throughout;Treats Sign language in numerous chapters as yet another language, rather than a 'special case' confined to its own chapter;Includes recommended readings and resource materials, and is supplemented by a companion website.This textbook goes beyond description and theory, giving weight to application and methodology. It is