An Introduction to Syntax

By Edith A. Moravcsik

Book Overview

This comprehensive introduction to syntax explains the basic concepts of syntax, and how the structures which are in place for describing the world can also be applied to a description of language structure. Edith Moravcsik presents a detailed introduction to syntactic description, including linear order, selection, categories, meaning, sound form, variation and change. The final selection provides a summary which looks at how we can explain syntax. The book includes student-friendly features, such as chapter summaries, suggestions for further reading, exercises, and a glossary of terms.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0826489451
• ISBN13: 9780826489456
• Release Date: June 2006
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.2"