The Art of Language Invention
From Horse-Lords to Dark Elves, the Words Behind World-Building
David J. Peterson
ISBN: | 9780143126461 |
Publisher: | Penguin Books |
Published: | 29 September, 2015 |
Format: | Paperback |
Language: | English |
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The Art of Language Invention
From Horse-Lords to Dark Elves, the Words Behind World-Building
David J. Peterson
From master language creator David J. Peterson, creator of Game of Thrones' (HBO) Dothraki language, comes a creative guide to language construction. Peterson begins with a brief history of constructed languages, from Tolkien's creations to Klingon to the thriving global community of language construction. Then, using examples from a variety of languages including his own creations, Peterson offers a captivating and lucid overview, providing a basic foundation of essential linguistic tools for inventing and evolving one's own lexicon.
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