Exploring the French Language
Published on 29. April 2016
227 pages
978-1-317-83633-9 (ISBN)
Description
The French language is more than just a tool for communication; it has a crucial role to play in how native speakers of French think about the world and about themselves and their culture. This book helps students develop a systematic 'linguistic' approach to French. It covers the core topics, ranging from the structure and sounds of the language to discourse and everyday conversation. No previous knowledge of linguistics is assumed and a glossary of technical terms and many exercises and activities help reinforce key points. Students will find that their understanding and enjoyment of the French language is greatly enhanced by this book.
Reviews / Votes
A unique and wide-ranging introduction to the structures and use of French language. Written with admirable clarity, it is a 'must' for all students of French linguistics.Aidan Coveney, Department of French, University of
A lively textbook.
The Linguist
To be welcomed as offering a uniquely wide-ranging and stimulating introduction to the French language.
MLR
Rich array of illustrations...(with) general user-friendliness...the authors succeed in making broad stimulating statements that can be refined, rather than contradicted, in more advanced courses.
French Language Studies
More details
Language
French
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Academic/professional/technical: Undergraduate
File size
6,61 MB
ISBN-13
978-1-317-83633-9 (9781317836339)
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R. Lodge | Jane Shelton | Yvette Ellis
Exploring the French Language
Book
05/1997
1st Edition
Hodder Arnold
€67.20
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R. Lodge | Jane Shelton | Yvette Ellis
Exploring the French Language
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05/1997
Hodder Arnold
€63.33
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Persons
R. Lodge, Jane Shelton, Yvette Ellis, Nigel Armstrong
Content
Chapter 1 Lay-persons versus linguists; Chapter 2 Varieties of French; Chapter 3 Word formation and etymology; Chapter 4 Word meaning; Chapter 5 Describing French speech sounds; Chapter 6 Pronunciation beyond the individual sound; Chapter 7 French morphology; Chapter 8 French syntax; Chapter 9 Doing things with French; Chapter 10 Analysing discourse and everyday conversation;
