Enfield, N. J.
How We Talk
- ISBN 13:
- 9780465059942
- author:
- Enfield, N. J.
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Basic Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 21.34 x 13.97 x 3.05 centimetres
- Genre:
- 21.34 x 13.97 x 3.05 centimetres, Reference & Language, Arts & Photography, Language Arts,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Hardcover: 272 pages, published 14 November 2017. Language is full of subtle cues that govern our conversations. From the tone of voice to the words we use, these signals are essential to effective communication. In "How We Talk", linguist N.J. Enfield reveals how language works, and what makes it uniquely human.
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