With a Language disappearing every two weeks and neologisms springing up almost daily, an understanding of the origins and currency of Language has never seemed more relevant.
From the first words of an infant to the peculiar modern dialect of text messaging, A Little Book of Language ranges widely, revealing la.
In this charming volume, a narrative history written explicitly for a young audience, expert linguist David Crystal proves why the story of Language deserves retelling.
With a Language disappearing every two weeks and neologisms springing up almost daily, an understanding of the origins and currency of Language has never seemed more relevant