Language: The Basics
R.L. Trask
What makes human language unique? Do women speak differently from men? Just what is the meaning of "meaning"? Language: The Basics< provides a concise introduction to the study of language. Written in an engaging and entertaining style, it encourages the reader to think about the way language works. It features: chapters on 'Language in Use', 'Attitudes to Language', 'Children and Language' and 'Language, Mind and Brain', a section on sign language, a glossary of key terms, handy annotated guides to further reading. Providing an accessible overview of a fascinating subject, this is an essential book for all students and anyone who's ever been accused of splitting an infinitive.
Author - R.L. Trask.
Narrator - John Telfer.
Published Date - Wednesday, 03 January 2024.
Location:
United States
Description:
What makes human language unique? Do women speak differently from men? Just what is the meaning of "meaning"? Language: The Basics< provides a concise introduction to the study of language. Written in an engaging and entertaining style, it encourages the reader to think about the way language works. It features: chapters on 'Language in Use', 'Attitudes to Language', 'Children and Language' and 'Language, Mind and Brain', a section on sign language, a glossary of key terms, handy annotated guides to further reading. Providing an accessible overview of a fascinating subject, this is an essential book for all students and anyone who's ever been accused of splitting an infinitive. Author - R.L. Trask. Narrator - John Telfer. Published Date - Wednesday, 03 January 2024.
Language:
English
Chapter 1
Duration:00:00:09
Chapter 2
Duration:00:02:36
Chapter 3
Duration:00:58:28
Chapter 4
Duration:00:50:00
Chapter 5
Duration:01:03:29
Chapter 6
Duration:00:44:33
Chapter 7
Duration:00:59:20
Chapter 8
Duration:01:01:12
Chapter 9
Duration:00:48:54
Chapter 10
Duration:00:49:02
Chapter 11
Duration:01:06:20
Chapter 12
Duration:00:00:56