Publisher's Synopsis
'Perspectives in Lexicography: Asia and beyond' is a unique volume that contains recent perspectives on the theory and practice of lexicography. Written by scholars and practitioners, it contains a careful selection of revised papers from the 4th ASIALEX (Asian Association for Lexicography) Conference organized by the National University of Singapore and a few new ones. This volume will be of relevance not only to students and teachers of linguistics and lexicography but also to anyone who has a special interest in issues relating to the organisation, codification and importance of words in society.
