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Language Games: A Plenitude of Puzzles for Lovers of Linguistics

Language Games: A Plenitude of Puzzles for Lovers of Linguistics

Miller, Tristan

Paperback

Linguistics

Publisher Price: $19.99

PREORDER - Expected ship date January 28, 2027

ISBN10: 1009552511
ISBN13: 9781009552516
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: Jan 28 2027
Pages: 180
Language: English
Are you curious about how language works? This entertaining compendium features 50+ competitive games, challenging puzzles, and light-hearted quizzes, each introducing a concept from a branch of linguistics. You will crack the secret lingo of shady showmen, root out etymological impostors, and decipher ancient hieroglyphics - all while gaining valuable insights into the science of language. Drawing from a decade of material in Babel: The Language Magazine, this compilation transforms linguistics concepts into a series of puzzles, games, and quizzes designed to both enlighten and entertain. Written by Tristan Miller, a veteran puzzle author and computational linguist, its edifying explanations and vibrant visuals deliver an engaging learning experience and bridge the gap between linguistic academia and the general reader. Whether you are an aspiring polyglot, a puzzle enthusiast, or merely curious about how language works, Language Games is sure to deepen your appreciation for the beauty and diversity of human communication.

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