基本説明
This popular introductory textbook is written in a lively and interactive style, based around three core topics of linguistic study; word sound and sentence. The 3rd edition has been fully revised and now has a multimedia companion website containg, quizzes, audio clips and Powerpoint movie lectures to aid study.
Full Description
How does the English language work? If you are interested in discovering the answer to this question, then An Introduction to English Language is the ideal place to start. Written in a clear, lively, and easy-to-follow style, this introductory textbook is based around three core topics of linguistic study: WORD: English words, how they fit into sentences, their internal structure, their meaning and how they make up vocabularies for various purposes. SOUND: the sound systems of English, its phonetics and phonology, and English intonation and stress patterns. SENTENCE: English sentence structure and introductory English grammar. Now thoroughly revised and updated, the third edition of this essential guide features: * A multimedia companion website featuring quizzes, downloadable audio clips, Powerpoint slides and video lectures to match the book's structure- for use in the classroom or during private study: http://www.palgrave.com/language/kuiperandallan/ * A new introduction to the field of linguistics, instantly familiarizing students to key issues and topics * Extra material on the different varieties of English worldwide - including more examples of regional dialects An Introduction to English Language is carefully designed as a course-book for either group or individual study, and it remains the essential text for students and teachers of English language and introductory linguistics.
Contents
Preface to the Third Edition Preface to the Second Edition Preface to the First Edition Acknowledgements Abbreviations and Symbols The International Phonetic Alphabet Introduction: What is a Language? PART I: WORDS The Form and Function of Words Word Meanings and Vocabularies PART II: SOUNDS Speech Sounds The Phonology of English Syllables and Suprasegmentals PART III: SENTENCES The Structure of Simple Sentences Complex Syntax Further Exercises Glossary Further Reading Electronic Resources Answers to Exercises Index
