Talking the Talk

Language, Psychology and Science

Trevor A. Harley (University of Dundee, UK)

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Psychology Press Ltd
02 February 2017

Psycholinguistics; Neurosciences

Talking the Talk provides a comprehensive introduction to the psychology of language, written for the reader with no background in the field or any prior knowledge of psychology. Written in an accessible and friendly style, the book answers the questions people actually have about language; how do we speak, listen, read, and learn language?

The book advocates an experimental approach, explaining how psychologists can use experiments to build models of language processing. Considering the full breadth of psycholinguistics, the book covers core topics including how children acquire language, how language is related to the brain, and what can go wrong with it. Fully updated throughout, this edition also includes:

Additional coverage on the genetics of language

Insight into potential cognitive advantages of bilingualism

New content on brain imaging and neuroscience

Increased emphasis on recursion and what is special about language

Talking the Talk is written in an engaging style which does not hesitate to explain complex concepts. It is essential reading for all undergraduate students and those new to the topic, as well as the interested lay reader.

By: Trevor A. Harley (University of Dundee UK)
Imprint: Psychology Press Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 2nd edition
Dimensions: Height: 246mm, Width: 174mm,
Weight: 689g
ISBN: 9781138800441
ISBN 10: 1138800449
Pages: 306
Publication Date: 02 February 2017
Audience: General/trade , College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , ELT Advanced , Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Trevor Harley is Professor of Cognitive Psychology at the University of Dundee, UK.