Practical Corpus Linguistics

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An Introduction to Corpus-Based Language Analysis

By Martin Weisser

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Practical Corpus Linguistics by Martin Weisser is a student-friendly guide that demystifies the collection and analysis of electronic language data. It equips readers with essential technical skills to analyse both written and transcribed texts, using a variety of accessible, free tools compatible with Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux. The book features practical exercises and step-by-step instructions, supporting learners in developing a solid understanding of corpus data analysis with only basic computer knowledge required.
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This book is ideal for students and early-career researchers in linguistics seeking practical guidance on corpus analysis, especially those with a basic understanding of computers looking to develop specialised analytical skills.

This is the first book of its kind to provide a practical and student-friendly guide to corpus linguistics that explains the nature of electronic data and how it can be collected and analyzed.

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Practical Corpus Linguistics by Martin Weisser is the first book of its kind to provide a practical and student-friendly guide to corpus linguistics. It explains the nature of electronic data and how it can be collected and analysed.

Designed to equip readers with the technical skills necessary to analyse and interpret language data, both written and (orthographically) transcribed, this book introduces a number of easy-to-use, yet powerful, free analysis resources. These resources consist of standalone programmes and web interfaces for use with Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux.

Each section includes practical exercises, a list of sources and further reading, along with illustrated step-by-step introductions to analysis tools. Practical Corpus Linguistics requires only a basic knowledge of computer concepts in order to develop the specific linguistic analysis skills required for understanding and analysing corpus data.

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Robert A. Cote praises the book for making corpus linguistics accessible to all, highlighting its detailed focus on methodological and technical aspects. He notes the instructive approach, engaging tone, and glossary help boost confidence and learning gradually. Cote recommends it as an essential resource for new researchers to address often overlooked technical issues.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781118831885

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 February 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 185.0mm

Height: 241.0mm

Weight: 590g

Pages: 312

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About the Author

Martin Weisser is a Professor in the National Key Research Center for Linguistics and Applied Linguistics at Guangdong University of Foreign Studies, China . He is the author of Essential Programming for Linguistics (2009), and has published numerous articles and book chapters, including contributions to The Encyclopedia of Applied Linguistics (Wiley, 2012) and Corpus Pragmatics: A Handbook (2014).