The study of language
Yule, George, 1947-2006
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This book provides an introduction to the study of language, including the origins of language, the development of writing, animals and human language, sounds and sound patterns and language and the brain. This edition contains updated chapters on slang, gestures and African American English.
Main title:
The study of language / George Yule.
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Edition:
3rd ed.
Imprint:
Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 2006.
Collation:
x, 273 p. : ill., map ; 25 cm.
Notes:
Previous ed.: 1996.Includes bibliographical references (p. 253-264) and index.
ISBN:
9780521543200 (pbk)
Dewey class:
400
Local class:
400
Language:
English
BRN:
1029570