Linguistics
Australia's Original Languages
R. M. W. Dixon
Format: Paperback
An introduction to Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait languages that explains their distinctive features accessibly for readers who have no previous experience with learning another language, and shows how language reflects traditional culture.
How Language Began
Daniel Everett
Format: Paperback
A revolutionary account of the origins of language from one of the world's best known and most influential linguists.
Words That Go Ping
Barbara Lasserre
Barbara Lasserre brings the neglected world of onomatopoeia to life in this witty little gem of a book which will delight language lovers.
The Happiness Passport
Megan Hayes, Philippa Wilkinson and illustrated by Yelena Bryksenkova
Format: Hard Cover
Discover the secrets of living well through this charming world tour, exploring concepts from Danish hygge to Japanese ikigai.
Language
Daniel Everett
Format: Paperback
A groundbreaking and controversial new theory about how we talk.
Introducing Linguistics
R. L. Trask, illustrated by Bill Mayblin
Format: Paperback
Covering thinkers from Aristotle to Saussure and Chomsky, Linguistics; A Graphic Guide reveals the rules and beauty that underlie language, our most human skill.
Don't Sleep, There are Snakes
Daniel Everett
Format: Paperback
Adventure, personal enlightenment and the makings of a scientific revolution proceed together in this vivid, funny and moving book.
