A Concise Introduction to Linguistics

This textbook is an essential resource for students studying linguistics, covering nonverbal communication, sociolinguistics, and linguistic anthropology in a comprehensive and accessible way. It includes expanded coverage of these topics and offers additional pedagogical features such as a full IPA chart, non-English exercises, and further illustrations. An updated companion website provides resources for both students and instructors.

Format: Hardback
Length: 410 pages
Publication date: 30 December 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive textbook remains the sole introductory linguistics resource that delves into the realms of nonverbal communication, sociolinguistics, and linguistic anthropology. In its latest edition, this text has undergone even further expansion, enhancing its coverage of these subjects. Written in a user-friendly and accessible style, it is ideally suited for students with no prior knowledge of linguistics.

To enhance the learning experience, the book has been enriched with an array of pedagogical features. These include a comprehensive IPA chart, a selection of non-English exercises, and additional illustrations to aid comprehension. Furthermore, an updated companion website offers valuable resources for both students and instructors, further enhancing the value of this textbook.

By providing a comprehensive and up-to-date exploration of these interdisciplinary fields, this textbook serves as an invaluable resource for students seeking to gain a deeper understanding of language and communication. Its accessible writing style and wealth of supplementary materials make it an ideal choice for introductory linguistics courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Weight: 960g
Dimension: 297 x 210 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032214252
Edition number: 6 ed