The Art of Language Invention: From Horse-Lords to Dark Elves, the Words Behind World-BuildingBy David J. Peterson
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An insider’s tour through the construction of invented languages from the bestselling author and creator of languages for the HBO series Game of Thrones and the Syfy series DefianceFrom master language creator David J. Peterson comes a creative guide to language construction for sci-fi and fantasy fans, writers, game creators, and language lovers. Peterson offers a captivating overview of language creation, covering its history from Tolkien’s creations and Klingon to today’s thriving global community of conlangers. He provides the essential tools necessary for inventing and evolving new languages, using examples from a variety of languages including his own creations, punctuated with references to everything from Star Wars to Michael Jackson. Along the way, behind-the-scenes stories lift the curtain on how he built languages like Dothraki for HBO’s Game of Thrones and Shiväisith for Marvel’s Thor: The Dark World, and an included phrasebook will start fans speaking Peterson’s constructed languages. The Art of Language Invention is an inside look at a fascinating culture and an engaging entry into a flourishing art form—and it might be the most fun you’ll ever have with linguistics.
The Art of Language Invention: From Horse-Lords to Dark Elves, the Words Behind World-BuildingBy David J. Peterson- Amazon Sales Rank: #31308 in Books
- Published on: 2015-09-29
- Released on: 2015-09-29
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 8.43" h x .85" w x 5.44" l, 1.00 pounds
- Binding: Paperback
- 304 pages
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful. Sudoku Too Easy For You? Try Conlangs. By takingadayoff Have you ever wanted to invent your own language? No, neither have I. But if you love to learn about language and languages, The Art of Language Invention might put a different spin on the way you look at the subject.David Peterson explains in scholarly detail just what goes into inventing a language. He describes the people who invent languages for fun, and they are an enthusiastically geeky bunch. They strictly apply the rules of language, as we know them, to constructed languages (conlangs). They don't necessarily expect or want people to speak these new languages, the way Zamenhof wanted Esperanto to bring people together. For most of the conlangers, it's a cerebral exercise, like a game of chess or a SimCity community. There is even a small market for invented languages for TV and movie stories.Peterson's introduction and first chapter takes you into this world, but after that, it's a college level linguistics course, explaining how grammar and orthography, etc. work and how to apply it all to invented languages. This was a little deeper than I wanted to go, but the case studies that he sprinkles throughout describing how he solved various linguistic problems in creating languages, were quite interesting.He finishes up with a quick chapter on how to get involved in the conlang community and the job prospects for such skills (dim).(Thanks to Penguin First Reads for a digital review copy.)
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful. A Lighthouse and Neon Sign... By Jacob Davidson This book is amazing! I have been world building for sometime now with the intent of creating several languages that will develop within it. While I had what I thought were the fundamentals to get me started this book is the lighthouse indicating I was soon going to crash, but also is showing me the direction I should be headed (imagine a large neon arrow posted next to the lighthouse).This is spectacular and I cannot wait to finish my first reading and begin my second (this time with notetaking)!
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful. I got more then I bargained for with this book By Cheryl Koch I got more then I bargained for with this book. While I have learned how Mr. Peterson wrote the Dothraki language for Game of Thrones; I have also learned a lot more about how everyone can read and use the same word in many different contexts. In addition, that there are so many ways to use your vocal range to produce a variety of different pronunciations and sounds. Which if you are a singer or an actor, I am sure you already know how to do the vocal exercises.Yes, I agree that this book does read like a text book but a very intriguing and informative book. I did not think I would like reading this book as much as I did. Also, the Case Studies that were featured in this book I found to be interesting and like added bonuses. Geared with this additional knowledge, I will now be watching movies, television shows, and books with more of a critical eye on the language used.
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