Thinking like a Linguist: An Introduction to the Science of Language

This book is a comprehensive introduction to the study of language for undergraduate or beginning graduate students, providing a flexible and versatile resource for learners in various fields.

With a focus on foundational areas of linguistics and scientific analysis, it introduces students to analytical thinking about language through interactive problem sets and data exploration.

No prerequisites are necessary, and the three central chapters on sound, structure, and meaning can be used in any order.

The text is written by two experienced professors and includes up-to-date coverage, interesting applications, and well-thought-out activities and exercises from a variety of languages.

This book is an excellent resource for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of language and its analysis, making it an ideal supplementary text in fields such as Speech and Hearing Sciences, Psychology, Education, Computer Science, Anthropology, and more.