“Constructing a Language: A Usage-Based Theory of Language Acquisition” by Michael Tomasello is a textbook published by Harvard University Press in 2005. This book focuses on the development of language in children and the cognitive processes involved in language acquisition. It covers topics in psychology, linguistics, and neuropsychology, offering insights into how language is constructed and learned through usage. The book is written in English and follows a trade paperback format, making it accessible to a wide range of readers interested in language studies. Heavy underlining through page 30, Remainder of book clear. Very light shelf wear.