Denham, Kristin

Why Study Linguistics (Routledge Guides to Linguistics)

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ISBN 13:: 9781138925885
author:: Denham, Kristin
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: Routledge
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2018
Pages:: 222
Dimensions:: 19.7 x 13.3 centimetres (0.25 kg
Genre:: Arts & Photography, Language Arts, General,
Condition:: New
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Discover the fascinating world of linguistics and explore what it means to study this unique aspect of human behaviour.

This book provides an introduction to the scientific study of language, explaining how it differs from other ways of investigating this complex subject. You'll learn about the various topics that students of linguistics study, including sound systems, word structure, sentence meaning, and the social context of language change and variation.

Find out what you can do with a degree in linguistics, the kinds of jobs it prepares you for, and how this subject can enrich your understanding of language and its role in society. With additional online resources to support your learning, Why Study Linguistics is an essential guide for anyone considering a course in linguistics or simply wanting to know more about the scientific study of language.

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