This is a set of two essential books on linguistics/philosophy of language (language, thought, and behavior). It's a combination that allows you to learn the basics of language with Saussure and the influence of language on thought and behavior with Hayakawa. Recommended for those interested in linguistics, philosophy, and cognition/communication. Set Contents: • *Course in General Linguistics* by Ferdinand de Saussure (translated by Ken Machida) • *Language in Thought and Action (4th Edition)* by S.I. Hayakawa (translated by Tadatoshi Okubo / Iwanami Shoten) Condition: • Used books, so there is some wear and tear on the covers and obi (if any) (please check the photos). • Writing/underlining: None (※Please forgive any oversight) • No smoking / No pets Shipping: We will ship with waterproof packaging via anonymous delivery (Rakuraku/Yu-Yu Mercari). ※Basically sold as a set (please comment if you want to buy separately)