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A Critical Introduction to Phonology: Of Sound, Mind, and Body
Contributor(s): Silverman, Daniel (Author), Musolff, Andreas (Editor), Pounds, Gabrina (Editor)

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ISBN: 0826486606     ISBN-13: 9780826486608
Publisher: Continuum
OUR PRICE: $257.25  

Binding Type: Hardcover
Published: February 2006
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Annotation: This book takes an interdisciplinary approach to phonology which departs from the mainstream tradition. Daniel Silverman introduces the key aspects of phonology, and argues that the nature of linguistic sound systems can only be understood in the context of how they are actually used and experienced by speakers and listeners. Using phonological examples from a large corpus of data, Daniel Silverman introduces phonology as a practical subject to be enjoyed, rather than as a theoretical minefield with no bearing on the reality of how people speak.
This comprehensive book is essential reading for students taking introductory phonology courses both at undergraduate and postgraduate level.

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Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Language Arts & Disciplines | Linguistics - Phonetics & Phonology
- Language Arts & Disciplines | Grammar & Punctuation
Dewey: 414
LCCN: 2005050271
Series: Continuum Critical Introductions to Linguistics
Physical Information: 0.63" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" L (1.23 lbs) 272 pages
Features: Bibliography, Dust Cover, Index
 
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Continuum Critical Introductions to Linguistics present core areas of the subject from refreshing new perspectives. This book takes an interdisciplinary approach to phonology which departs from the mainstream tradition. Daniel Silverman introduces the key aspects of phonology, and argues that the nature of linguistic sound systems can only be understood in the context of how they are actually used by speakers and listeners. Using sound samples from a large corpus of data, Daniel Silverman introduces phonology as a practical subject to be used and enjoyed, rather than as a theoretical minefield with no bearing on the reality of how people speak. A Critical Introduction to Phonology is engagingly written and uses anecdotes and examples drawn from popular culture to illustrate each point. The book provides comprehensive coverage of all the key areas of the subject, and contains chapter summaries to help the reader navigate the text. Throughout the book Daniel Silverman prompts critical thinking about this core area of linguistics, and this will therefore be essential reading for students on introductory phonology courses both at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
 
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