The German Language Today: A Linguistic Introduction

1st Edition

By Charles Russ

⭐ 4.2/5 Stars | 3 Ratings

A Comprehensive Guide to German Linguistics

This clear and accessible book offers a complete introduction to linguistic terms and the structures of the German language. The German Language Today explores the core linguistic features of German, including its speech forms, vocabulary, and sociolinguistic aspects.

Designed specifically for students, this book also serves as a valuable reference for postgraduate researchers and teachers of German.

What This Book Covers:

📌 German Language Structure – Sounds, inflectional processes, syntax, and vocabulary.
📌 Dialects & Regional Variations – The distribution of German dialects and their differences.
📌 Modern Linguistic Theories – The latest research applied to German linguistics.
📌 The Impact of German Reunification – Linguistic consequences and changes in the language.

Who Should Read This Book?

✔️ Students of German Linguistics – A well-structured introduction to the study of the German language.
✔️ German Language Teachers – A useful resource for explaining linguistic concepts.
✔️ Linguists & Researchers – An insightful reference covering German phonology, syntax, and sociolinguistics.

Editorial Reviews

📖 "A concise and valuable source of information and reference!" – Language Intl
📖 "Presents a simple, clear, and didactically well-arranged book." – Gerhard Nickel, University of Stuttgart
📖 "A clear and accessible introduction to the study of the German language." – Studies in Language

About the Author

Charles V. J. Russ is a Reader in German and Linguistics at the University of York. He has authored several books, including Studies in Historical German Phonology and The Dialects of Modern German.

Product Details

• Publisher: Routledge (November 3, 1994)

• Language: English

• Paperback: 292 pages

• ISBN-10: 0415104394

• ISBN-13: 978-0415104395

• Lexile Measure: 1310L

• Dimensions: 5.43 x 0.66 x 8.5 inches

• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,727,721 in Books

• Categories:

  • #596 in Science Bibliographies & Indexes

  • #614 in German Books

  • #6,200 in Linguistics

📘 Looking for a detailed yet accessible introduction to the German language? The German Language Today is your go-to resource for mastering German linguistics. Order your copy now!