The study of language / George Yule.

"Designed for beginners, this best-selling textbook provides a lively introduction to the study of language. Starting from the basics, it provides a solid foundation in all of the essential topics, and introduces the analysis of the key elements of language - sounds, words, structures and meani...

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Main Author: Yule, George
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Cambridge ; New York : Cambridge University Press, c2006
Edition:3rd ed.
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504 |a Includes bibliographical references and index. 
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