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- Book Title
- Languages of the World: An Introduction - 9780521175777, Pereltsv
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About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
ISBN-10
0521175771
ISBN-13
9780521175777
eBay Product ID (ePID)
111609937
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
295 Pages
Publication Name
Languages of the World : an Introduction
Language
English
Subject
General, Linguistics / General
Publication Year
2012
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Language Arts & Disciplines
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
20.8 Oz
Item Length
9.7 in
Item Width
6.9 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
College Audience
LCCN
2011-041738
Dewey Edition
23
Reviews
'An essential text for anyone interested in family relationships between languages and a good read to boot.' Times Higher Education, 'This comprehensive and highly informative book offers a plethora of intriguing, richly documented facts. Written in an easy style, it is a great read for both beginning and advanced-level students and lay persons.' Edith Moravcsik, Professor Emerita of Linguistics, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, 'A lively and engaging introduction to the richness and diversity of the world's languages.' Greville G. Corbett, University of Surrey, Advance praise: 'This comprehensive and highly informative book offers a plethora of intriguing, richly documented facts. Written in an easy style, it is a great read for both beginning and advanced-level students and lay persons.' Edith Moravcsik, Professor Emerita of Linguistics, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Advance praise: "This comprehensive and highly-informative book offers a plethora of intriguing, richly-documented facts. Written in an easy style, it is a great read for both beginning and advanced-level students and laypersons." --Edith Moravcsik, Professor Emerita of Linguistics, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, "A lively and engaging introduction to the richness and diversity of the world's languages." --Greville G. Corbett, University of Surrey
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
417/.7
Table Of Content
1. Introduction; 2. Indo-European languages; 3. Non-Indo-European languages of Europe and India; 4. Languages of the Caucasus; 5. Languages of North Africa, Middle East, and Central Asia; 6. Languages of sub-Saharan Africa; 7. Languages of eastern Asia; 8. Languages of the South Sea islands; 9. Aboriginal languages of Australia and Papua New Guinea; 10. Native languages of the Americas; 11. Macro families; 12. Pidgins, Creoles and other mixed languages.
Synopsis
What do all human languages have in common and in what ways are they different? How can language be used to trace different peoples and their past? Are certain languages similar because of common descent or language contact? Assuming no prior knowledge of linguistics, this textbook introduces readers to the rich diversity of human languages, familiarizing students with the variety and typology of languages around the world. Linguistic terms and concepts are explained, in the text and in the glossary, and illustrated with simple, accessible examples. Eighteen language maps and numerous language family charts enable students to place a language geographically or genealogically. A supporting website includes additional language maps and sound recordings that can be used to illustrate the peculiarities of the sound systems of various languages. 'Test yourself' questions throughout the book make it easier for students to analyze data from unfamiliar languages., What do all human languages have in common and in what ways are they different? Assuming no prior knowledge of linguistics, this textbook introduces readers to the rich diversity of human languages, familiarizing students with the variety and typology of languages around the world.
LC Classification Number
P121
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