Beginning Linguistics

ISBN-13: 9780230231702 / Angielski / Miękka / 2012 / 352 str.

Laurie Bauer

Opis

This introduction to linguistics for the absolute beginner focuses on the core topics of phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics and pragmatics. Theoretically-neutral, each essential topic is covered in depth and the author's engaging style encourages interaction from students by using regular short questions to check comprehension.

Spis treści

Acknowledgements Symbols and Abbreviations The Chart of the International Phonetic Association Introduction Semantics Phonetics Phonology Morphology Syntax Pragmatics Conclusion Appendix A: Glossary Appendix B: Languages Mentioned Appendix C: Answers to Questions Appendix D: Questions for Discussion and Assignments References Index.

O autorze

LAURIE BAUER Professor in the School of Linguistics and Applied Language Studies, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand. His publications include Introducing Linguistic Morphology (second edition, 2003) Introduction to International Varieties of English, (2002) Language Matters (with Janet Holmes and Paul Warren, Palgrave 2006) and The Linguistic Student's Handbook (2007).