Exploring Language and Linguistics

Cambridge University Press, 9/3/2015
EAN 9781107662506, ISBN10: 1107662508

Paperback, 506 pages, 24.8 x 19.1 x 2.4 cm
Language: English

Exploring Language and Linguistics considers the key concepts of linguistics and the application of these concepts to real-world settings. The first eight chapters cover the standard topics of introduction to linguistics courses, while subsequent chapters introduce students to applied topics such as media discourse, literary linguistics and psycholinguistics. Each chapter has been written by a subject expert and experienced teacher, ensuring that the text is both up-to-date and clearly presented. Numerous learning features provide extensive student support: exercises allow students to review their understanding of key topics; summaries encourage students to reflect on the main points of each chapter; figures, photos, tables and charts clarify complex topics; and annotated suggestions for further reading point students to resources for self-study. A companion website, with 170 self-test questions, suggested group exercises, audio files and links to additional web resources, completes the learning package.

1. Introduction
what is language? What is linguistics? Liz Morrish
2. Phonetics Patricia Ashby
3. Phonology S. J. Hannahs
4. Morphology Hans-Jörg Schmid
5. Grammar Roger Berry
6. Syntax Klaus Abels
7. Semantics John Saeed
8. Pragmatics Louise Cummings
9. Discourse analysis Carmen Rosa Caldas-Coulthard
10. Historical linguistics Jonathan Culpeper and Dan McIntyre
11. Sociolinguistics Natalie Braber
12. Child language acquisition Helen Goodluck
13. Psycholinguistics John Field
14. Clinical linguistics Louise Cummings
15. Language and ideology Lesley Jeffries
16. Media discourse Philippa Smith and Allan Bell
17. Literary linguistics Michael Burke.