![]() The next two chapters deal with the micro level of language. S also discusses whether language is an innate or an acquired skill. ![]() Edward Sapir provides insight into the psychological and physical basis for speech-that is, the connection between words and their meaning as well as the relationship between thought and language. The book begins with a reflection on the nature of human language. A general introduction to the study of language, the topics covered are accessible to both general readers and students of linguistics since the field-specific terminology is kept to a minimum. This 2004 reissue is an unabridged republication of the original book first published in 1921. Reviewed by Katrin Hiietam, Manchester, UK ![]() Language: An introduction to the study of speech. ![]()
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