The Languages of the World by Kenneth Katzner

The Languages of the World by Kenneth Katzner

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The Languages of the World by Kenneth Katzner

An essential guide to the languages of the world; includes information on over 600 languages.

'A reference tool for all linguists as well as a collector's item for those in allied fields, enabling even an amateur to identify foreign scripts with ease and satisfaction.. to be recommended.' - Modern Language Review

'A wholly fascinating mini-kaleidoscope indicating the largely diverse variety of the world's main languages and their scripts and of their cultures.'- The Good Book Guide


Praise for the Second Edition:`The Languages of the World offers excellent aid not only to linguists, to whom its importance is obvious, but also to anyone interested in international affairs or curious about other inhabitants of the planet.' - Charles Berlitz

`A reference tool for all linguists as well as a collector's item for those in allied fields, enabling even an amateur to identify foreign scripts with ease and satisfaction....to be recommended.' Modern Language Review

'A wholly fascinating mini-kaleidoscope indicating the largely diverse variety of the world's main languages and their scripts and of their cultures.' The Good Book Guide

Prior to his recent retirement, Kenneth Katzner worked for the US government and also served as an editor on a number of international encyclopedias and English dictionaries. He is also author of a large English-Russian/Russian-English Dictionary.

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ISBN 13 9780415250047
ISBN 10 0415250048
Title The Languages of the World
Author Kenneth Katzner
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Year published 2002-03-21
Number of pages 400
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.