Contemporary Corpus Linguistics (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781441181336)

Corpus linguistics uses large electronic databases of language to examine hypotheses about language use. These can be tested scientifically with computerised analytical tools, without the researcher's preconceptions influencing their conclusions. For this reason, corpus linguistics is a popular and expanding area of study. Contemporary Corpus Linguistics presents a comprehensive survey of the ways in which corpus linguistics is being used by researchers. Written by internationally renowned linguists, this volume of seventeen introductory chapters aims to provide a snapshot of the field of corpus linguistics. The contributors present accessible, yet detailed, analyses of recent methods and theory in Corpus Linguistics, ways of analysing corpora, and recent applications in translation, stylistics, discourse analysis and language teaching. The book represents the best of current practice in Corpus Linguistics, and as a one volume reference will be invaluable to students and researchers looking for an overview of the field.

Author: Paul Baker
ISBN-10: 1441181334
ISBN-13: 9781441181336
Publisher: Continuum
Language: English
Published: 05/17/2012
Pages: 368
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.40lbs
Size: 9.50h x 6.60w x 0.80d