The Languages Of Australia

The Languages Of Australia

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Author: R.M.W. Dixon
Binding: Paperback
Published: Cambridge University Press., 1980

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Previous owner's name written in FEP, minor foxing to page edges.

This scholarly work presents a comprehensive linguistic analysis of the indigenous languages found across the Australian continent. It meticulously details the phonology, morphology, and syntax of numerous Aboriginal languages, illustrating their unique structures and historical relationships. The author, a preeminent authority in the field, argues for a deeper understanding of these complex linguistic systems, challenging conventional theories of language evolution. Readers will find an invaluable resource that chronicles the rich linguistic heritage of Australia, offering profound insights into human language diversity.

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Description

Author: R.M.W. Dixon
Binding: Paperback
Published: Cambridge University Press., 1980

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Previous owner's name written in FEP, minor foxing to page edges.

This scholarly work presents a comprehensive linguistic analysis of the indigenous languages found across the Australian continent. It meticulously details the phonology, morphology, and syntax of numerous Aboriginal languages, illustrating their unique structures and historical relationships. The author, a preeminent authority in the field, argues for a deeper understanding of these complex linguistic systems, challenging conventional theories of language evolution. Readers will find an invaluable resource that chronicles the rich linguistic heritage of Australia, offering profound insights into human language diversity.