Speech science primer : physiology, acoustics, and perception of speech

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Speech science primer : physiology, acoustics, and perception of speech

Gloria J. Borden, Katherine S. Harris, Lawrence J. Raphael

Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, c2003

4th ed

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Includes bibliographical references and index

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This comprehensive textbook for speech pathology and audiology students covers the production, acoustics, and perception of normal speech. Other topics include anatomy, physiology, research methodology, and history and evolution of speech science. New to this completely revised Fourth Edition are: an updated section on computers in research, analysis and data processing; new material on MRI, PET, CAT and ultrasound imaging; and new and updated figures. It also includes an audio clip.

Table of Contents

Preface Acknowledgements Chapter 1: Speech, Language and Thought Chapter 2: Pioneers in Speech Science Chapter 3: Acoustics Chapter 4: Speech Production: The Raw Materials Chapter 5: Speech Production: The Finished Products Chapter 6: Speech Perception Chapter 7: Research Tools in Speech Science Appendix A. Phonetic Alphabet for American English Appendix B. Nerves Important for Speech and Hearing Glossar

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