Unfolding of language, the
Auteur :
Deutscher, Guy
Éditeur :
Cornerstone
ISBN :
9780099460251
Date de publication :
1 juin 2006
Dimensions :
21,0 x 15,0 x 2,5 cm
Poids :
267 g
Format :
B-format paperback
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
Presents an investigation into the evolution of language. This book exposes the elusive forces of creation at work in human communication. Along the way, it teaches why German maidens are neuter while German turnips are female, why we have feet not foots, and how great changes of pronunciation may result from simple laziness.