It takes the average reader 9 hours to read Introduction to Theoretical Linguistics by John Lyons
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This is a comprehensive introduction to theoretical linguistics. It presupposes no previous knowledge and terms are defined as they are introduced; but it gives a rigorous and technical treatment of a wide range of topics, and brings the reader to an advanced level of understanding. Since its first publication in 1968 Introduction to Theoretical Linguistics has been one of the classic introductions to the discipline. In a field which is often seen as rapidly moving, it will continue to be used by students seeking an overview of the central areas of linguistics - phonetics and phonology, grammar and semantics - and to be of great value to anyone interested in the ways in which theory can help to explain the key problems of human language.
Introduction to Theoretical Linguistics by John Lyons is 540 pages long, and a total of 135,000 words.
This makes it 182% the length of the average book. It also has 165% more words than the average book.
The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 12 hours and 17 minutes to read Introduction to Theoretical Linguistics aloud.
Introduction to Theoretical Linguistics is suitable for students ages 12 and up.
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