On Language: Chomsky's Classic Works: Language and Responsibility and Reflections on Language
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The two most popular titles by the noted linguist and critic in one volume—an ideal introduction to his work. On Language features some of Noam Chomsky's most informal and highly accessible work. In Part I, Language and Responsibility , Chomsky presents a fascinating self-portrait of his political, moral, and linguistic thinking. In Part II, Reflections on Language , Chomsky explores the more general implications of the study of language and offers incisive analyses of the controversies among psychologists, philosophers, and linguists over fundamental questions of language. " Language and Responsibility is a well-organized, clearly written and comprehensive introduction to Chomsky's thought." — The New York Times Book Review " Language and Responsibility brings together in one readable volume Chomsky's positions on issues ranging from politics and philosophy of science to recent advances in linguistic theory. . . . The clarity of presentation at times approaches that of Bertrand Russell in his political and more popular philosophical essays." — Contemporary Psychology " Reflections on Language is profoundly satisfying and impressive. It is the clearest and most developed account of the case of universal grammar and of the relations between his theory of language and the innate faculties of mind responsible for language acquisition and use." —Patrick Flanagan Review: Must have for Linguists. - Absolutely for anyone interested in all aspects of language. Well structured observations on what and how we say and tell or has been said and told to us. A wonderful mind-f**k, necessary for understanding the bending and re-shaping of contextual usages, the evolution of the label placed, replaced, and misplaced on the image and how it affects the difference between hearing and listening to what is said and reading and understanding what is written. Never mind my opinion, just read it for yourself. Review: Sometimes there are books that are considered "classics" that do ... - Sometimes there are books that are considered "classics" that do not stand the test of time. This is not one of those books. It can be heavy going at times, but every page is worth dwelling on.
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D**K
Must have for Linguists.
Absolutely for anyone interested in all aspects of language. Well structured observations on what and how we say and tell or has been said and told to us. A wonderful mind-f**k, necessary for understanding the bending and re-shaping of contextual usages, the evolution of the label placed, replaced, and misplaced on the image and how it affects the difference between hearing and listening to what is said and reading and understanding what is written. Never mind my opinion, just read it for yourself.
M**D
Sometimes there are books that are considered "classics" that do ...
Sometimes there are books that are considered "classics" that do not stand the test of time. This is not one of those books. It can be heavy going at times, but every page is worth dwelling on.
M**L
This book contains Chomsky's most succint analyses of language. ...
This book contains Chomsky's most succint analyses of language. Don't expect much politics though (although inevitably some of Noam's politics come through at certain points) as this collection is mostly meant for linguists.
A**R
A great, if somewhat challenging read.
Chomsky's challenges to (you name it) the status quo, the politics of the world or, above all, the language and its use, are evident on every page of this interview.
D**H
Important reading for self understanding
Chomsky is essential reading for a better understanding of how and why ewe communicate the way we currently do. Insightful and readable.
K**M
GreT book
Good book
R**F
Chomsky is smart, no denying that
But this book is hard to read due to his peculiar and overly-academic writing style. I learned very little from it. Frankly. I felt I overpaid. Not recommended
L**Z
Perfect condition.
A very interesting book, for someone in the field, but perhaps even for some lay people. Perfect condition.
A**4
für Geeks
Der Mann ist ein grosser Geist, das Buch leider zum grossen Teil einfach Gelaber ohne Ziel und klares Thema. Man kann nicht einfach einen grossen Geist stundenlang interviewen, das ganze übersetzen und dann denken, man hätte jetzt ein wichtiges Buch geschrieben.
R**T
Very good
Great!
A**A
A great book
A great book. Highly recommended!
C**F
Lots of dialogue
Very interesting. However, I don't have the name of the translator.... which is odd. But, as always, a fascinating read. Though, given these are written records of spoken discussion, don't expect structure. But I would have loved to have asked Chomsky these questions so love being able to read his responses.
A**O
Tough
I must admit I give up just after the first half... It's not the right period for me for a book like this. It's well written and the subject is very interesting but this kind of book must be "studied" and not simply read. Chomsky is a master on this subject but if someone wants to buy it... be careful: you need a lot of concentration.
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