A widely used introduction to linguistics by leading linguist David Crystal. Covers core areas including phonetics, grammar, semantics, sociolinguistics, and language evolution in a clear, student-friendly format.
The fifth edition of this standard reference work provides clear and concise definitions of key terms in linguistics and phonetics. Updated to reflect the latest developments in the field, it is an essential resource for students and researchers alike.
A reference work covering key terms, concepts, and topics in linguistics and the study of languages. Compiled by linguist David Crystal.