Exploring the French Language

by R Lodge, Jane Shelton, Yvette Ellis, Nigel Armstrong

Overview

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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781317836322
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	04/29/2016
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	227
File size:	968 KB
Language:	French

About the Author

R. Lodge, Jane Shelton, Yvette Ellis, Nigel Armstrong

Table of Contents

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;

Editorial Reviews

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

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