| Linguistics for Non-Linguists: A Primer with Exercises Contributor(s): Parker, Frank (Author), Riley, Kathryn (Author) |
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ISBN: 0137152043 ISBN-13: 9780137152049 Publisher: Pearson OUR PRICE: $132.99 Product Type: Paperback Published: April 2009 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Language Arts & Disciplines | Linguistics - General |
| Dewey: 410 |
| Physical Information: 0.84" H x 7.45" W x 9.23" (1.39 lbs) 360 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Key Benefit: Highly readable introductory text that presents students with the basic elements of linguistics in a clear and concise style that any beginner will understand. Key Topics: The new edition continues to expand on the success of earlier editions, taking a subject that is generally considered quite complicated and making it accessible to virtually anyone who requires a basic understanding of linguistics. The authors illustrate major concepts in an easy-to-read style, giving students and specialists in language-related fields an introduction to the essential principles and methods of linguistic theory. Non-linguistics majors will also find this book user-friendly, with a wealth of exercises and references interspersed throughout to help reinforce concepts. Market: Specialists in language-related fields, including Speech-Language Pathology, Experimental Phonetics, Communication, Education, Psychology, and English as a Second Language, will find this text a must-have reference for all courses. |
