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Title: An Introduction to the Languages of the World by Anatole Lyovin ISBN: 0-19-508116-1 Publisher: Oxford University Press Pub. Date: 01 January, 1997 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $40.00

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Average Customer Rating: 4 (1 review)

Rating: 4
Summary: Not a book to read, but a useful reference
Comment: This book introduces the languages of the world by continent in eight chapters. For every language genetic affiliation and the number of speakers is given. There is a striking imbalance in the treatment of the languages of the Americas, and those of other continents. In particular, the languages of Africa and Southeast Asia are only described very sketchily. At the end of each chapter (continent) an in-depth discussion of two selected languages is provided.
Although the book is obviously designed as a textbook, it can only be recommended only as a reference, or as one among many textbooks for a specific course, because the style is too monotonous. It is also not a book to read through unless you are a language freak.
Since the book came out in 1997, it is not up-to-date any more in every area. Still, the author's cautious and balanced approach makes it a reliable reference.

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