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An Introduction to Language provides a comprehensive overview of linguistic theory and practice for students across disciplines such as linguistics, English, education, foreign languages, psychology, anthropology, sociology, and TESL. The eighth edition features extensive updates, including new sections on the Sapir‑Whorf hypothesis, neurolinguistics, bilingualism, and second‑language teaching. It offers current treatments of syntax, semantics, pragmatics, and sociolinguistics, and expands the discussion of syntactic change. Sign languages are woven throughout, illustrating their status as full languages. Each chapter includes IPA symbols, summaries, references, suggested readings, exercises, a detailed glossary, and a thorough index, making the book both accessible and resourceful.
First publish date: 1974
Genre: Education & Language/Linguistics
Authors: Victoria A. Fromkin
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