“English Language and Linguistic Studies” serves as a comprehensive introduction to the field of linguistics. Each chapter is written by experts who teach courses on the respective topics, ensuring balanced and exceptional coverage of modern linguistics.
We offer a clear introduction to traditional subjects in structural linguistics, such as theories of sound, structure, meaning, and language change. Our book also delves into discourse, dialect variation, language and culture, and the politics of language. Additionally, we cover advanced topics like language and the brain, computational linguistics, writing, child language acquisition, and second language learning.
This textbook is perfect for introductory courses on language and linguistics in English, sociology, anthropology, communications, and linguistics departments. It provides a broad and accessible overview, making it an invaluable resource for students and educators alike.
