Written in a reader-friendly style, this comprehensive textbook provides an introduction to speech science and covers basic information on acoustics, the acoustic analysis of speech, speech anatomy and physiology, and speech perception. The Fifth Edition also includes topics such as research methodology, speech motor control, and history/evolution of speech science. This edition includes new material on speech respiration and expanded information on cross-language phonetic issues that affect second-language learning. A new organization and shortened chapters aid reading and comprehension. A companion Website includes chapter outlines, PowerPoint slides, and audio clips, which are referenced in the text by an icon.

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