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<p>This comprehensive introduction to linguistics is unique in its integration of variation and change with the more structural or synchronic topics. It includes chapters on variation and change in lexicon, phonology, and syntax. It also covers topics on pidgins and creoles, first and second language acquisition, development of language in the human species, growth of writing and printing in information technology, and how these have affected, and continue to affect, language.</p> <h3>Booknews</h3> <p>A comprehensive introduction to linguistics featuring coverage of variation and change in lexicon, phonology, and syntax, as well as such topics as pidgins and creoles, first and second language acquisition, and the impact of information technology on language. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)</p>

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Author

Robbins Burling

Publisher

Emerald Group Publishing Ltd

Published

1992

Language

EN

ISBN

9780121449209

Category

reference

Subjects

Language Learning, Literary Fiction, Linguistics

Rating

4.3 / 5 (5 ratings)

Updated

2026-03-14