Language and Complex Systems
William A. Kretzschmar
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Language and Complex Systems
Published
2015
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Pages
246
ISBN-13
9781107100459
Description
"An understanding of language as a complex system helps us to think differently about linguistics, and helps us to address the impact of linguistic interaction. This book demonstrates how the science of complex systems changes every area of linguistics: how to make a grammar, how to think about the history of language, how language works in the brain, and how it works in social settings. Kretzschmar argues that to construct the best grammars of languages it is necessary to understand the complex system of speech. Each chapter makes specific recommendations for how linguists should manage empirical data in order to form better generalizations about a language and its varieties. The book will be welcomed by students and scholars working in linguistics and English language, especially the study of language variation and the historical development of English"--
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How many pages are in Language and Complex Systems?
This edition of Language and Complex Systems has approximately 246 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Language and Complex Systems?
For most readers, Language and Complex Systems typically takes between 5h 8m and 3h 25m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 61,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 6m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 9 days • Estimated word count: 61,500 words
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The estimated word count for Language and Complex Systems is approximately 61,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
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Who is the author of Language and Complex Systems?
Language and Complex Systems was written by William A. Kretzschmar.
When was Language and Complex Systems published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2015. The original work may have been published on a different date.