The Linguistics of British Sign Language: An Introduction (Sutton-Spence Rachel)(Paperback)

The Linguistics of British Sign Language: An Introduction (Sutton-Spence Rachel)(Paperback)

This is the first textbook dealing specifically with British sign linguistics. It provides essential support for learners of British Sign Language and others interested in the structure and use of BSL, and assumes no previous knowledge of linguistics and sign language. Technical terms and

Australian Sign Language: Auslan: An Introduction to Sign Language Linguistics (Johnston Trevor)(Paperback)

This is first comprehensive introduction to the linguistics of Auslan, the sign language of Australia. Assuming no prior background in language study, it explores each key aspect of the structure of Auslan, providing an accessible overview of its grammar (how sentences are structured), phonology

Introducing Sign Language Literature: Folklore and Creativity (Sutton-Spence Rachel)(Paperback)

This is an accessible and comprehensive sign language textbook with an international frame of reference, designed for students and teachers in the global Deaf community. Based on years of experience teaching sign language and deaf studies at undergraduate, postgraduate and community levels, it

I-Language: An Introduction to Linguistics as Cognitive Science (Isac Daniela)(Paperback)

I-Language introduces the uninitiated to linguistics as cognitive science. In an engaging, down-to-earth style Daniela Isac and Charles Reiss give a crystal-clear demonstration of the application of the scientific method in linguistic theory. Their presentation of the research program inspired by

An Introduction to Language and Linguistics (Fasold Ralph W.)(Paperback)

Linguistics (Baker Anne E.)(Paperback)

Linguistics is a comprehensive crosslinguistic introduction to the study of language, and is ideal for students with no background in linguistics. A comprehensive introduction to the study of language, set apart by its inclusion of cross-linguistic data from over 80 different spoken and signed

Linguistics: An Introduction (McGregor William B.)(Paperback)

This is the new edition of Linguistics: An Introduction. It is a bestselling introductory textbook for all students of linguistics and language studies. This reworked edition features: -new chapters on sign languages, writing, and text and discourse-coverage of writing in electronic media-revised

Working with English Grammar: An Introduction (Cummings Louise)(Paperback)

This clear and concise introduction offers students of linguistics and English language a comprehensive overview of English grammar, including word structure, major and minor word classes, phrases, clauses and sentences. Based on twenty years' teaching practice, Louise Cummings adopts a unique

British Sign Language For Dummies (City Lit)(Paperback / softback)

BSL is the language used by the Deaf Community in the UK and is an officially recognised language in its own right. It has its own grammar and syntax, which are completely different from the grammatical rules of

An Introduction to Applied Linguistics (Schmitt Norbert)(Paperback)

An Introduction to Applied Linguistics provides a complete, authoritative and up-to-date overview of the state of the field. Divided into three sections covering: a description of language and language use; essential areas of enquiry; and language skills and assessment, the third edition of this

An A-Z of Applied Linguistics Research Methods (Loewen Shawn)(Paperback)

A brief and accessible introduction to the concepts and techniques used in applied linguistics research, which will be illustrated using real-life examples. The book covers both qualitative and quantitative research design, sampling procedures, instrumentation and analyses found in applied

Thinking Like a Linguist: An Introduction to the Science of Language (Sandoval Jordan B.)(Paperback)

This is an engaging introduction to the study of language for undergraduate or beginning graduate students, aimed especially at those who would like to continue further linguistic study. It introduces students to analytical thinking about language, but goes beyond existing texts to show what it

Historical Linguistics - An Introduction (Campbell Lyle)(Paperback / softback)

Lyle Campbell presents an accessible, hands-on introduction to historical linguistics - one that does not just talk about the topics, but through practical exercises and examples shows you how to apply the procedures, how to think about the issues and, in general, how to do what historical

British Civilization: An Introduction (Oakland John)(Paperback)

Thoroughly updated and revised, the ninth edition of the highly regarded British Civilization: An Introduction continues to be the ideal textbook on Britain, its country and people, religion, politics and government, international relations, legal system, economy, education, media and culture for

Introductory Linguistics for Speech and Language Therapy Practice (McAllister Jan)(Paperback)

This practical introduction to linguistics is a must-have resource for all speech and language therapy students, providing you with the fundamental theory needed as a foundation for practice. Written by authors with extensive experience in both research and teaching, Introductory Linguistics for

Philosophy of Language: The Classics Explained (McGinn Colin)(Paperback)

An introduction to philosophy of language through systematic and accessible explanations of ten classic texts by such thinkers as Frege, Kripke, Russell, and Putnam.Many beginning students in philosophy of language find themselves grappling with dense and difficult texts not easily understood by

Translanguaging: Language, Bilingualism and Education (Garcia O.)(Pevná vazba)

Winner of the British Association of Applied Linguistics Book Prize 2014This book addresses how the new linguistic concept of 'Translanguaging' has contributed to our understandings of language, bilingualism and education, with potential to transform not only semiotic systems and speaker

Contemporary Linguistics - An Introduction (Katamba Francis)(Paperback / softback)

Interactional Linguistics: Studying Language in Social Interaction (Couper-Kuhlen Elizabeth)(Paperback)

The first textbook dedicated to interactional linguistics, focusing on linguistic analyses of conversational phenomena, this introduction provides an overview of the theory and methodology of interactional linguistics. Reviewing recent findings on linguistic practices used in turn construction and

The Language of Literature: An Introduction to Stylistics (Giovanelli Marcello)(Paperback)

Essential study guides for the future linguist. The Language of Literature is a general introduction to the methods and principles behind stylistics. It is suitable for students at advanced level and beyond. Written with input from the Cambridge Corpus, it provides students with an introduction to

The Etruscan Language: An Introduction, Revised Editon (Bonfante Giuliano)(Paperback)

A revised, updated and expanded edition of the first concise introduction to the study of the Etruscan language in English. The standard historical reference and a popular textbook for students of languages, linguistics, ancient civilization and Etruscan studies. Provides the best collection of

Discover the Language of the Mind (Porter Patrick Kelly)(Paperback)

Discover the Language of the Mind; The Hypnotist's Guide to Psycho-Linguistics by Patrick K. Porter, PhD was previously published as Psycho-Linguistics; The Language of the Mind. This fully revised edition includes updates on dozens of new developments in the hypnosis field, full transcripts for

Introduction to Linguistics (Todd L.)(Paperback / softback)

A clear, straightforward guide to the rudiments of linguistics, aimed at A-level and undergraduate students. Explains the technical features, and leads to a full understanding, providing the sound base needed for exploring other branches of the

Middle Egyptian: An Introduction to the Language and Culture of Hieroglyphs (Allen James)(Paperback)

Middle Egyptian introduces the reader to the writing system of ancient Egypt and the language of hieroglyphic texts. It contains twenty-six lessons, exercises (with answers), a list of hieroglyphic signs, and a dictionary. It also includes a series of twenty-six essays on the most important aspects