Linguistic Typology (Textbooks in Linguistics) - by Clark Hess (Hardcover)
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- Linguistic typology is the study and classification of languages based on their structural features, aiming to identify both universal patterns and structural diversity across languages.
- Author(s): Clark Hess
- 245 Pages
- Language + Art + Disciplines, Language Arts
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Linguistic typology is the study and classification of languages based on their structural features, aiming to identify both universal patterns and structural diversity across languages. It examines elements like phonology, word order, morphology, and syntax to categorize languages into types. It can be categorized into sub-disciplines such as qualitative typology, which describes language features, and quantitative typology, which analyzes patterns using statistical methods. Linguistic typology helps to understand language variation, cognitive processes, and the evolution of language, offering insights into how languages adapt to different cultural and social contexts. This book is a compilation of chapters that discuss the most vital concepts in the field of linguistic typology. The topics included herein are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. The book is appropriate for those seeking detailed information in this area.Book Synopsis
Linguistic typology is the study and classification of languages based on their structural features, aiming to identify both universal patterns and structural diversity across languages. It examines elements like phonology, word order, morphology, and syntax to categorize languages into types. It can be categorized into sub-disciplines such as qualitative typology, which describes language features, and quantitative typology, which analyzes patterns using statistical methods. Linguistic typology helps to understand language variation, cognitive processes, and the evolution of language, offering insights into how languages adapt to different cultural and social contexts. This book is a compilation of chapters that discuss the most vital concepts in the field of linguistic typology. The topics included herein are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. The book is appropriate for those seeking detailed information in this area.Dimensions (Overall): 9.0 Inches (H) x 6.0 Inches (W)
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 245
Genre: Language + Art + Disciplines
Sub-Genre: Language Arts
Publisher: States Academic Press
Theme: General
Format: Hardcover
Author: Clark Hess
Language: English
Street Date: August 25, 2025
TCIN: 1004857559
UPC: 9798893661583
Item Number (DPCI): 247-11-7625
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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