The Art Of Language Invention by David L. Peterson
From Horse-Lords to Dark Elves, the Words Behind World-Building
A practical, accessible guide to creating constructed languages, this book walks through phonetics and phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and writing systems while emphasizing naturalistic design through typology, sound change, and diachronic evolution. It shows how culture and worldbuilding shape vocabulary and grammar, illustrated with examples from languages built for film and television. Clear steps, common pitfalls, and useful resources equip both newcomers and experienced conlangers to craft coherent, believable tongues.
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