Just a Phrase I''m Going Through (Audio book) - My Life in Language

Kidnapping, attempted assassination, espionage a ) not the answers youa (TM)d expect to the question a what happens when you become a linguist?a (TM)
But now, reflecting on a long and hugely successful career at the forefront of the field of English Language and Linguistics, David Crystal answers this question and offers us a special look behind the scenes at the adventures, rewards, challenges and pitfalls of his life in language.
Both an autobiography and a highly accessible introduction to the field of linguistics, Just a Phrase Ia (TM)m Going Through illuminates and entertains us with its many insights into the ever-fascinating subject of language.
David Crystal is synonymous with language, both as a great populariser and linguistic pioneer, and his contribution to the field is unparalleled. This is a book not just for students and teachers but for all lovers of language.
For more about David Crystal at Routledge, visit: www.routledge.com/textbooks/9780415485746.

Product details

• Authors: Crystal, David Crystal, David (University of Reading) Crystal, Honorary Professor of Linguistics David (University of Reading) Crystal, Crystal David
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: CD-Audio
• Released: 15.05.2009
• EAN: 9780415560382
• ISBN: 978-0-415-56038-2
• No. of pages: 304
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Linguistics and literary studies > General and comparative linguistics; Linguistics, LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / Linguistics / General