There is first a general account of the nature of language and of the aims, methods and basic principles of linguistic theory. John Lyons then introduces in turn each of the main sub-fields of linguistics: the sounds of language, grammar, semantics, language change, psycholinguistics: the sounds of language, grammar, semantics, language change,...

Is one of the most comprehensive introductions to the fundamentals of linguistics, balancing engaging aspects of language study with solid coverage of the basics.

AN INTRODUCTION TO LANGUAGE is ideal for use at all levels and in many different areas of instruction including education, languages, psychology, anthropology, teaching English as a Second Language (TESL), and linguistics. All chapters in this best-seller have been substantially revised to reflect recent discoveries and new understanding of...

Nueva edición, revisada y actualizada, de esta obra de referencia para iniciarse en el estudio del lenguaje. Está dividida en tres secciones: sonidos, palabras y oraciones, en cada una de las cuales se van introduciendo los conceptos fundamentales con sus aplicaciones lingüísticas con una estructura clara y unificada. Entre las novedades incluye...