Living Words : Language, Lexicography and the Knowledge Revolution Hardback
by Dr. Tom McArthur
Part of the Exeter Language and Lexicography series
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In this unique and entertaining collection of articles, a noted scholar and compiler of key works of reference reflects on the nature of language, the art of lexicography and the breath-taking developments in communication, the media and information technology in the late twentieth century. This book ranges widely over three main linked subjects: Language at large and in particular English, the most widely used language in the history of the world, The art and study of dictionaries and reference science, embracing all past, present and potential reference materials-from the OED to the Yellow Pages and The processes through which communication, information and knowledge have evolved-from cave art to the personal computer.
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- Format:Hardback
- Pages:299 pages
- Publisher:University of Exeter Press
- Publication Date:01/01/1999
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- ISBN:9780859896115
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:299 pages
- Publisher:University of Exeter Press
- Publication Date:01/01/1999
- Category:
- ISBN:9780859896115
