Introduction to Theoretical Linguistics - Softcover

Lyons, John

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0521095107 ISBN 13: 9780521095105

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 1968

Synopsis

This is a comprehensive introduction to theoretical linguistics. It presupposes no previous knowledge and terms are defined as they are introduced; but it gives a rigorous and technical treatment of a wide range of topics, and brings the reader to an advanced level of understanding. Since its first publication in 1968 Introduction to Theoretical Linguistics has been one of the classic introductions to the discipline. In a field which is often seen as rapidly moving, it will continue to be used by students seeking an overview of the central areas of linguistics - phonetics and phonology, grammar and semantics - and to be of great value to anyone interested in the ways in which theory can help to explain the key problems of human language.

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From the Back Cover:

This is a comprehensive introduction to current linguistic theory. It supposes no previous knowledge and terms are defined as they are introduced; but it gives a fairly rigorous and technical treatment of a wide range of topics, and brings the reader to an advanced level of understanding.

Review:

"Prof. Lyons...has succeeded brilliantly in his aim to provide a comprehensive introduction to the most important trends in contemporary linguistic theory." Modern Language Review

About this edition

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 1968
• ISBN 10: 0521095107
• ISBN 13: 9780521095105
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 536