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Chomsky

by John Lyons

Series:Fontana Modern Masters (2)

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This is an introduction to the life and work of the linguist, Avram Noam Chomsky. The author examines Chomsky's influence, his search for the universal in language and the relationship between language and mind. This third edition includes updated bibliographic and biographical notes.

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John Lyons: Trinity Hall, Cambridge

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Original publication date: 1970
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Languages: 8 — Danish, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
Media: Paper
ISBNs: 13
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Published: 1970
Genres: Nonfiction, Philosophy, Biography & Memoir, General Nonfiction
DDC/MDS: 410.924
LCC: P85 .C47 .L9

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