Languages of the World: An Introduction

This comprehensive and highly-informative book offers a plethora of intriguing, richly-documented facts about the world's languages.

Written in an easy style, it is a great read for both beginning and advanced-level students and laypersons.

The text introduces readers to the rich diversity of human languages, familiarizing them with the variety of languages around the world.

Eighteen language maps and numerous language family charts enable students to place a language geographically or genealogically.

A supporting website includes additional language maps and sound recordings that can be used to illustrate the peculiarities of the sound systems of various languages.

The book also includes 'Test yourself' questions throughout, making it easier for students to analyze data from unfamiliar languages.

With a lively and engaging introduction to the richness and diversity of the world's languages, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in language and culture.