Key Terms in Syntax and Syntactic Theory
Author | : Silvia Luraghi |
Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing |
Total Pages | : 278 |
Release | : 2008-08-31 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781441105691 |
ISBN-13 | : 1441105697 |
Rating | : 4/5 (91 Downloads) |
Download or read book Key Terms in Syntax and Syntactic Theory written by Silvia Luraghi and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2008-08-31 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Key Terms in Syntax and Syntactic Theory explains all of the relevant terms which students of linguistics and English language are likely to encounter during their undergraduate study. The book includes definitions of key terms within syntax and syntactic theory, as well as outlines of the work of key thinkers in the field, including Noam Chomsky, M.A.K Halliday, Lucien Tesnière and Robert van Valin. The list of key readings is intended to direct students towards classic articles, as well providing a springboard to further study. Accessibly written, with complicated terms and concepts explained in an easy to understand way, Key Terms in Syntax and Syntactic Theory is an essential resource for students of linguistics.