The Chomsky Update (RLE Linguistics A: General Linguistics)

Nonfiction, Reference & Language, Language Arts, Linguistics
Cover of the book The Chomsky Update (RLE Linguistics A: General Linguistics) by Raphael Salkie, Taylor and Francis
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Raphael Salkie ISBN: 9781134740833
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: January 10, 2014
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: Raphael Salkie
ISBN: 9781134740833
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: January 10, 2014
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

Noam Chomsky has been described as ‘arguably the most important intellectual alive’. His revolutionary work in linguistics has aroused intense scholarly interest, while his trenchant critique of United States foreign policy and his incisive analysis of the role of intellectuals in modern society have made him a prominent public figure.

Raphael Salkie’s timely book introduces the two parts of Chomsky’s work and explores the connections between them. He provides an accessible and up-to-date introduction to Chomsky’s linguistics, laying out his basic assumptions and aims – in particular, his consistent drive to make linguistics a science – and looking at a sample of Chomsky’s recent work. He examines the implications for other fields such as philosophy and psychology, as well as the main challenges to Chomsky’s position.

Raphael Salkie also sets out the key themes in Chomsky’s political writings and his libertarian socialist views. He contrasts the ‘official line’ on US foreign policy – the view that the US is a ‘well-meaning, blundering giant’ – with Chomsky’s carefully argued alternative view. By focusing on Chomsky’s conception of human nature and human freedom the author draws out the links between the two sides of Chomsky’s work, in the belief that both sides raise issues which can profitably be explored. The author also provides a carefully annotated guide to further reading.

As an experienced teacher of linguistics with a commitment to political activism, Raphael Salkie is uniquely qualified to present this introduction to one of the seminal thinkers of our time.

First published in 1990.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Noam Chomsky has been described as ‘arguably the most important intellectual alive’. His revolutionary work in linguistics has aroused intense scholarly interest, while his trenchant critique of United States foreign policy and his incisive analysis of the role of intellectuals in modern society have made him a prominent public figure.

Raphael Salkie’s timely book introduces the two parts of Chomsky’s work and explores the connections between them. He provides an accessible and up-to-date introduction to Chomsky’s linguistics, laying out his basic assumptions and aims – in particular, his consistent drive to make linguistics a science – and looking at a sample of Chomsky’s recent work. He examines the implications for other fields such as philosophy and psychology, as well as the main challenges to Chomsky’s position.

Raphael Salkie also sets out the key themes in Chomsky’s political writings and his libertarian socialist views. He contrasts the ‘official line’ on US foreign policy – the view that the US is a ‘well-meaning, blundering giant’ – with Chomsky’s carefully argued alternative view. By focusing on Chomsky’s conception of human nature and human freedom the author draws out the links between the two sides of Chomsky’s work, in the belief that both sides raise issues which can profitably be explored. The author also provides a carefully annotated guide to further reading.

As an experienced teacher of linguistics with a commitment to political activism, Raphael Salkie is uniquely qualified to present this introduction to one of the seminal thinkers of our time.

First published in 1990.

More books from Taylor and Francis

Cover of the book Racialization and Religion by Raphael Salkie
Cover of the book Unilateral Neglect by Raphael Salkie
Cover of the book The Special School's Handbook by Raphael Salkie
Cover of the book The Single European Market and Beyond by Raphael Salkie
Cover of the book Welfare Racism by Raphael Salkie
Cover of the book Religion Matters by Raphael Salkie
Cover of the book Meaning in Action: Interpretation and Dialogue in Policy Analysis by Raphael Salkie
Cover of the book Reviving Critical Planning Theory by Raphael Salkie
Cover of the book Emotion and Reason by Raphael Salkie
Cover of the book Anglo-French Relations since the Late Eighteenth Century by Raphael Salkie
Cover of the book The Rule of Law in Crisis and Conflict Grey Zones by Raphael Salkie
Cover of the book Transforming Masculinities in African Christianity by Raphael Salkie
Cover of the book Wired Citizenship by Raphael Salkie
Cover of the book New Directions in Philosophical Theology by Raphael Salkie
Cover of the book Dire Emotions and Lethal Behaviours by Raphael Salkie
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy