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Word of Mouth: A New Introduction to Language and Communication
Geoffrey Finch
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Description for Word of Mouth: A New Introduction to Language and Communication
Paperback. An introduction to the study of language and communication that explores the impact of language on our lives. Starting from the evolution of language, it goes on to consider the social and communicative functions of language, its structure and psychology, as well as the impact of electronic media on contemporary usage. Num Pages: 264 pages, 10 black & white line drawings, 7 diagrames, 3 black & white illustrations, 1 black & whi. BIC Classification: CF; GTC. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 137 x 216 x 14. Weight in Grams: 324.
The study of language has evolved dramatically over the last thirty years. We know more about language use and development than ever before. But many of these new ideas can challenge our notions of identity and our sense of uniqueness. Word of Mouth introduces these ideas and explores the power of words to shape and influence our lives. The book starts with a discussion of the evolution of language and then goes on to examine major areas in the field of language study: communication, media, social function, grammatical structure and psychology. Each chapter begins by considering ... Read more
The study of language has evolved dramatically over the last thirty years. We know more about language use and development than ever before. But many of these new ideas can challenge our notions of identity and our sense of uniqueness. Word of Mouth introduces these ideas and explores the power of words to shape and influence our lives. The book starts with a discussion of the evolution of language and then goes on to examine major areas in the field of language study: communication, media, social function, grammatical structure and psychology. Each chapter begins by considering ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Macmillan Education UK
Number of pages
264
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
Number of Pages
256
Place of Publication
, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780230276840
SKU
V9780230276840
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99-1
About Geoffrey Finch
Geoffrey Finch is an Associate Lecturer at the Open University, UK, where he teaches and writes on English Language. He is the author of How to Study Linguistics and Key Concepts in Language and Linguistics, as well as a contributing author to The English Language and Linguistics Companion, all published by Palgrave Macmillan.
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