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

by David J. Peterson

Book Overview

An insider's tour through the construction of invented languages from the bestselling author and creator of languages for Legendary's Dune, the HBO series Game of Thrones and the Syfy series Defiance

From 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...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0143126466
• ISBN13: 9780143126461
• Release Date: September 2015
• Publisher: Penguin Books
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.5" x 8.4"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 12 and higher