The Art of Language Invention: From Horse-Lords to Dark Elves to Sand Worms, the Words Behind World-Building

Penguin Putnam Inc
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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.


  • | Author: David J. Peterson
  • | Publisher: Penguin Putnam Inc
  • | Publication Date: Sep 29, 2015
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  • | Binding: Paperback / softback
  • | ISBN-13: 9780143126461
  • | ISBN-10: 0143126466
Author:
David J. Peterson
Publisher:
Penguin Putnam Inc
Publication Date:
Sep 29, 2015
Binding:
Paperback / softback
ISBN-13:
9780143126461
ISBN10:
0143126466