Introduction to Theoretical Linguistics

by John Lyons

This is a comprehensive introduction to theoretical linguistics. It presupposes no previous knowledge and terms are defined as they are introduced; but it gives a rigorous and technical treatment of a wide range of topics, and brings the reader to an advanced level of understanding. Since its first publication in 1968 Introduction to Theoretical Linguistics has been one of the classic introductions to the discipline. In a field which is often seen as rapidly moving, it will continue to be used by students seeking an overview of the central areas of linguistics - phonetics and phonology, grammar and semantics - and to be of great value to anyone interested in the ways in which theory can help to explain the key problems of human language.

Genres: Linguistics, Language, Nonfiction

536 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1968

About the author

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Sir John Lyons, LittD, FBA, is an English linguist, working on semantics. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Lyo...]

Reviews

[Josiah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Possibly the most labour-intensive book of the year, Lyons has managed to affect my thinking on the linguistic landscape. While much of what I read isn't immediately applicable, I find it has had an effect on my language teaching and my grasp of my native tongue.

[Abraham Sunday]

I need to read this book for research assignment.

[Claire Binkley · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm excited to read the parts of linguistics I actually wanted to: semantics, discourse analysis, and how thoughts translate into words generally... Here I found the beginnings of what I wanted, but soon I will be able to get more specialised books regarding what I'm curious about the most.

If you're interested in linguistics, this is an awfully good book to look over, to make sure you're not backwards.

[Phoenix2 · Rating 2 out of 5]

A nice introduction to linguistics.

[Ma'am Saoud]

I'm happy to found tihs book finly, I will read it as soon as I can.