An accessible yet in-depth introductory textbook on the basic concepts of phonetics fully
updated and revised This broad interdisciplinary textbook investigates how speech can be
written down how speech is produced its acoustic characteristics and how listeners perceive
speech. Phonetics: Transcription Production Acoustics and Perception introduces readers to
the fundamental concepts of the discipline providing coverage of all four areas of phonetics.
This comprehensive textbook also familiarizes readers with concepts from other disciplines
related to phonetics--such as physiology anatomy and psychology--through relatable real-life
examples. Now in its second edition the text has been substantially revised to improve clarity
and currency based on student feedback received by the authors over the past decade. Brief
Nutshell introductions have been added to all chapters to provide a clear overview of key
points within the body of the text. Expanded content to this new edition examines voice quality
the acoustic correlates of different phonation types intonation and different theories of
speech perception. Written in a clear and concise style by two of the field's leading scholars
this textbook: * Covers related relevant areas including vocal fold vibration and the
physiology of the ear * Offers examples from other languages to highlight aspects of phonetics
not found in English * Includes chapter-by-chapter exercises engaging illustrations and a
detailed glossary * Features a companion website containing additional resources such as
figures and sound files Phonetics: Transcription Production Acoustics and Perception 2nd
Edition is an ideal text for both introductory and advanced courses in phonetics and speech
science general linguistics related disciplines such as psychology speech pathology and
audiology and for anyone interested to learn about how we speak and hear.
