A comprehensive text on linguistics which includes sections on speech disorders, politeness, the language of advertising and phonetics.

This classic book is a straightforward introduction to linguistics which attempts to answer two fundamental questions: 'What is language?' and 'How does languag

Teach Yourself Linguistics is a straightforward introduction to linguistics, the systematic study that seeks to answer two fundamental questions: "What is langu

Teach Yourself Linguistics is a straightforward introduction to linguistics, the systematic study that seeks to answer two fundamental questions: "What is langu

This book is a straightforward introduction to linguistics for those approaching this fascinating and fast-expanding field of study for the first time.