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JUST A PHRASE I'M GOING THROUGH
MY LIFE IN LANGUAGE |
| By: |
David Crystal |
| Format: |
CD-Audio |
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£20.99 |
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| ISBN 10: |
0415547903 |
| ISBN 13: |
9780415547901 |
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| Publisher: |
TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD |
| Pub. date: |
21 April, 2009 |
| Description: |
In what is both an entertaining autobiography and an introduction to the field of linguistics, Professor David Crystal gives his answer to the question 'What happens when you become a liguist?' Surprisingly, the answer he gives is 'Kidnapping, attempted assassination, espionage--'. |
| Synopsis: |
Kidnapping, attempted assassination, espionage...not the answers you'd expect to the question 'what happens when you become a linguist?' But now, reflecting on a long and hugely successful career at the forefront of the field of English Language and Linguistics, David Crystal answers this question and offers us a special look behind the scenes at the adventures, rewards, challenges and pitfalls of his life in language. Both an autobiography and a highly accessible introduction to the field of linguistics, Just a Phrase I'm Going Through illuminates and entertains us with its many insights into the ever-fascinating subject of language. David Crystal is synonymous with language, both as a great populariser and linguistic pioneer, and his contribution to the field is unparalleled. This audio book is not just for students and teachers but for all lovers of language. 4 discs. Running time: 5 hours approx. Abridged. |
| Publication: |
UK |
| Imprint: |
Routledge |
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