Description
Explore the captivating world of linguistics with 'How Language Works' by David Crystal. This BRAND NEW paperback edition (ISBN: 9780141015521) published by Penguin UK in 2007 is a must-have for language enthusiasts and anyone curious about the intricate mechanics of communication. With 512 pages, Crystal answers essential questions regarding the transformation of sounds into speech, the significance of names, and the role of politeness across cultures. Discover the fascinating phenomenon of eyebrow flashes and whistling languages, while understanding how parents nurture their children’s speaking abilities. This enlightening language resource not only elucidates how our speech reflects our age and origin, but also the identities we wish to project. Perfect for students, educators, and linguists, this book enhances your understanding of language principles. Dive into the nuts and bolts of language in a highly engaging manner. Order now and unlock the secrets of how language works in everyday life. We offer fast shipping options to ensure you receive your book promptly, making it convenient for your reading journey.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141015521
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2007
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 512
Description:
In this fascinating survey of everything from how sounds become speech to how names work, David Crystal answers every question you might ever have had about the nuts and bolts of language in his usual highly illuminating way. Along the way we find out about eyebrow flashes, whistling languages, how parents teach their children to speak, how politeness travels across languages and how the way we talk show not just how old we are but where we're from and even who we want to be.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141015521
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2007
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 512
Description:
In this fascinating survey of everything from how sounds become speech to how names work, David Crystal answers every question you might ever have had about the nuts and bolts of language in his usual highly illuminating way. Along the way we find out about eyebrow flashes, whistling languages, how parents teach their children to speak, how politeness travels across languages and how the way we talk show not just how old we are but where we're from and even who we want to be.