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The Study of Language,Used
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This bestselling textbook provides an engaging and userfriendly introduction to the study of language. Assuming no prior knowledge in the subject, Yule presents information in short, bitesized sections, introducing the major concepts in language study from how children learn language to why men and women speak differently, through all the key elements of language. This fourth edition has been revised and updated with twenty new sections, covering new accounts of language origins, the key properties of language, text messaging, kinship terms and more than twenty new word etymologies. To increase student engagement with the text, Yule has also included more than fifty new tasks, including thirty involving data analysis, enabling students to apply what they have learned. The online study guide offers students further resources when working on the tasks, while encouraging lively and proactive learning. This is the most fundamental and easytouse introduction to the study of language.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Study of Language' textbook? A: The textbook provides an engaging introduction to the study of language, covering major concepts such as language acquisition, gender differences in speech, and key properties of language.
- Q: Is this textbook suitable for beginners in linguistics? A: Yes, it is designed for readers with no prior knowledge of linguistics, making it accessible for beginners.
- Q: What are some new features in the fourth edition? A: The fourth edition includes twenty new sections, covering topics like language origins, text messaging, and over fifty new tasks for enhanced student engagement.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 338 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this textbook have? A: This textbook is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Study of Language'? A: The author is George Yule.
- Q: When was the fourth edition of this textbook published? A: The fourth edition was published on April 12, 2010.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The used book is in good condition.
- Q: Does the textbook include any online resources? A: Yes, an online study guide is available, providing additional resources and tasks for students.
- Q: Can this textbook help with data analysis in linguistics? A: Yes, it includes thirty tasks specifically focused on data analysis, allowing students to apply learned concepts.