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International encyclopedia of linguistics

by William Bright

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This updated edition contains over 900 articles, which provide a detailed overview of theory & research in all branches of linguistics. Every known language is covered & each article is followed by a detailed bibliography.

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Genres: Nonfiction, Reference
DDC/MDS: 410.3 — Language Linguistics Linguistics
LCC: P29 .I58 — Language and Literature Philology. Linguistics General
BISAC: LAN LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES Linguistics General
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Published: 1992
Genres: Nonfiction, Reference
DDC/MDS: 410.3
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