Linguistics: a Very Short Introduction

Linguistics bridges the gap between art and science, on the edges of which the most fascinating discoveries and the most important problems are found. In this intriguing introduction to the field of linguistics, Matthews begins at the 'arts' end of the subject, with topics such as the common origins of languages, and he finishes at the 'science' end with the newest discoveries regarding language in the brain. This stimulating guide covers all the major aspects of linguistics from a...
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Linguistics bridges the gap between art and science, on the edges of which the most fascinating discoveries and the most important problems are found. In this intriguing introduction to the field of linguistics, Matthews begins at the 'arts' end of the subject, with topics such as the common origins of languages, and he finishes at the 'science' end with the newest discoveries regarding language in the brain. This stimulating guide covers all the major aspects of linguistics from a refreshing and insightful angle.