El lenguaje

by George Yule

Other authorsNúria Bel Rafecas (Translator)
Paperback, 2003

Call number

410

Publication

Madrid [etc.]: Cambridge University Press, 2003

Description

This bestselling textbook provides an engaging and user-friendly introduction to the study of language. Assuming no prior knowledge of the subject, Yule presents information in bite-sized sections, clearly explaining the major concepts in linguistics through all the key elements of language. This sixth edition has been revised and updated throughout, with substantial changes made to the chapters on phonetics, grammar and syntax, and eighty new study questions. To increase student engagement and to foster problem-solving and critical thinking skills, the book also includes twenty new tasks. An expanded and revised online study guide provides students with further resources, including answers and tutorials for all tasks, while encouraging lively and proactive learning. This is the most fundamental and easy-to-use introduction to the study of language.… (more)

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LibraryThing member Sovranty
This textbook is an extremely basic overview of what could be learned from the myriad books listed in the Reference rather than a directive study. Don't expect in-depth examples or detailed knowledge from this book. Do expect to get a taste for the many angles of language study, which may
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ultimately help you decide on which you would enjoy feasting.
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Language

Original language

English

Original publication date

1985 (1st ed)
1996 (2nd ed)
2006 (3rd ed)

ISBN

8483230348 / 9788483230343

Local notes

1a ed., 1a reimpr.; 354 p.

Barcode

737
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