A Grammar of Paluai: The Language of Baluan Island, Papua New Guinea

by Dineke Schokkin

Book Overview

This is the first comprehensive description of Paluai, an Oceanic Austronesian language spoken on Baluan Island in Manus Province, Papua New Guinea. Based on extensive field research, the grammar covers all linguistic levels, including phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics, while paying particular attention to pragmatics and discourse practices.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3110777770
• ISBN13: 9783110777772
• Release Date: January 2022
• Publisher: de Gruyter Mouton
• Length: 459 Pages
• Weight: 1.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.1" x 9.2"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary