Psychology and Language: An Introduction to Psycholinguistics
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A seminal and comprehensive introduction to the field of psycholinguistics, Psychology and Language provides a balanced examination of the mental processes underlying human communication. Written by Herbert H. Clark and Eve V. Clark—two highly respected figures in the fields of psychology and linguistics at Stanford University—this volume organizes the study of language around three core mental processes: listening, speaking, and the acquisition of these skills by children. Unlike many contemporary texts of the era that focused heavily on abstract linguistic structure, the Clarks' approach uniquely centers on the fundamental role of language as a tool for human communication. By integrating rigorous scientific evidence with clear, accessible prose, the authors examine how we perceive speech, interpret meaning, and develop linguistic capabilities from infancy. This 1977 Harcourt Brace Jovanovich edition stands as a foundational text that successfully bridged the gap between cognitive psychology and linguistics, making it an essential reference for students and scholars interested in the intersection of mind and language.
Author: Herbert H. Clark and Eve V. Clark
Format: Paperback
Genre: Psychology
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A seminal and comprehensive introduction to the field of psycholinguistics, Psychology and Language provides a balanced examination of the mental processes underlying human communication. Written by Herbert H. Clark and Eve V. Clark—two highly respected figures in the fields of psychology and linguistics at Stanford University—this volume organizes the study of language around three core mental processes: listening, speaking, and the acquisition of these skills by children. Unlike many contemporary texts of the era that focused heavily on abstract linguistic structure, the Clarks' approach uniquely centers on the fundamental role of language as a tool for human communication. By integrating rigorous scientific evidence with clear, accessible prose, the authors examine how we perceive speech, interpret meaning, and develop linguistic capabilities from infancy. This 1977 Harcourt Brace Jovanovich edition stands as a foundational text that successfully bridged the gap between cognitive psychology and linguistics, making it an essential reference for students and scholars interested in the intersection of mind and language.