The go-to- companion for anyone studying linguistics

• New chapters on the Neogrammarians, figures of speech and writing systems
• New coverage on punctuation, spelling and academic writing
• 15 new languages added to the Language File section including Bororo, Kuuk Thaayorre, Mapuche, Seediq, Tamashek, Ute
• New data and examples to reflect new research
• Guidance on how to use the Language File for assignments

Laurie Bauer has expertly crafted a compendium of essential things for linguistics students to know – from the IPA chart to the Saussurean dichotomies, this book will be the constant companion of anyone undertaking studies of linguistics. Part reference work, part revision guide, and with tables providing summary information on some 300 languages, the book provides a new learning tool as a supplement to your usual textbooks.