The Study of Language (Seventh Edition)

The Study of Language SEVENTH EDITION This bestselling textbook provides an engaging and user-friendly introduction to the study of language. Assuming no prior knowledge of the subject, Yule presents information in bite-sized sections, clearly explaining the major concepts in linguistics and all the key elements of language. This seventh edition has been revised and updated throughout, with substantial changes to the chapters on phonetics and semantics, and 40 new study questions. To increase student engagement and to foster problem-solving and critical thinking skills, the book includes over 20 new tasks. An expanded and revised online study guide provides students with further resources, including answers and tutorials for all tasks, while encouraging lively and proactive learning. This is the most fundamental and easy-to-use introduction to The Study of Language (Seventh Edition). GEORGE YULE has taught linguistics at the University of Edinburgh, the University of Hawai’i, the University of Minnesota and Louisiana State University.