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Suitable For Students Of All Levels, This Book Provides A General Description Of The Korean Language By Highlighting Important Structural Aspects Whilst Keeping Technical Details To A Minimum. By Examining The Korean Language In Its Geographical, Historical, Social And Cultural Context The Reader Is Able To Gain A Good Understanding Of Its Speakers And The Environment In Which It Is Used. The Book Covers A Range Of Topics On Korean Including Its Genetic Affiliation, Historical Development, Sound Patterns, Writing Systems, Vocabulary, Grammar And Discourse. The Text Is Designed To Be Accessible, Primarily To English-speaking Learners Of Korean And Scholars Working In Disciplines Other Than Linguistics, As Well As Serving As A Useful Introduction For General Linguists. The Book Complements Korean Language Textbooks Used In The Classroom And Will Be Welcomed Not Only By Readers With A Wider Interest In Korean Studies, But Also By Asian Specialists In General.