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How to study linguistics : a guide to understanding language / Geoffrey Finch.
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Finch, Geoffrey.
- Series:
- Palgrave study guides
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Linguistics--Study and teaching.
- Linguistics.
- Linguistic analysis (Linguistics).
- Physical Description:
- x, 249 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm.
- Edition:
- Second edition.
- Place of Publication:
- Houndmills, Basingstoke, Hampshire ; New York : Palgrave Macmillan, 2003.
- Summary:
- Intended primarily for newcomers to the subject, but with new material designed to help the more advanced reader, "How to Study Linguistics" is written in a refreshing and engaging style. It assumes no prior knowledge and contains many useful suggestions for developing a secure understanding of the subject. Chapters discuss strategies for studying phonology, syntax, and semantics, and for pursuing branches of linguistics, such as sociolinguistics, stylistics, and psycholinguistics, as well as practical advice on writing essays. The book also includes a glossary to aid learning and revision.
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references (pages 242-249) and index.
- ISBN:
- 1403901066
- OCLC:
- 50669873
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