The Anthropology of Language: An Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology [Paperback]

THE ANTHROPOLOGY OF LANGUAGE: AN INTRODUCTION TO LINGUISTIC ANTHROPOLOGY is an introduction to the field's methodology, skills, techniques, tools and applications that emphasizes questions that anthropologists ask about language and that intrigue students. This authoritative yet approachable fourth edition combines the key areas of linguistic anthropology, addressing issues of power, race, gender and class throughout. Further stressing the everyday relevance of the content, authors Ottenheimer and Pine include In the Field vignettes that draw students into the chapter material via stories culled from their own and others' experiences. And Doing Linguistic Anthropology and Cross-Language Miscommunication features describe real-life applications of core concepts. A revised companion workbook/reader and robust companion website make a complete, integrated package for your course.1. Linguistic Anthropology. 2. Language and Culture. 3. The Sounds of Language. 4. Words and Sentences. 5. Sign Language and Nonverbal Communication. 6. Language in Action. 7. Writing and Literacy. 8. How and When is Language Possible? 9. Change and Choice. 10. Doing Linguistic Anthropology.