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Flexible Syntax
Neeleman, Ad; Weerman, Fred
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Description for Flexible Syntax
Hardback. Most linguistic theories assume that each grammatical relation is established in a unique structural configuration. This book argues for a more flexible approach on the basis of conceptual considerations and data taken mostly, but not exclusively, from the Germanic languages. Series: Studies in Natural Language and Linguistic Theory. Num Pages: 253 pages, biography. BIC Classification: CFA; CFK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 1230.
Most linguistic theories assume that each grammatical relation is established in a unique structural configuration. Neeleman and Weerman take issue with this view, arguing for a more flexible approach on the basis of conceptual considerations and data taken mostly, but not exclusively, from the Germanic languages. In-depth analyses of word order phenomena as well as diachronic and typological generalizations motivate a re-evaluation of the role of case in the projection of arguments. Case is shown to provide a syntactic foothold for thematic interpretation, something which is necessary in a grammar that ... Read more
Most linguistic theories assume that each grammatical relation is established in a unique structural configuration. Neeleman and Weerman take issue with this view, arguing for a more flexible approach on the basis of conceptual considerations and data taken mostly, but not exclusively, from the Germanic languages. In-depth analyses of word order phenomena as well as diachronic and typological generalizations motivate a re-evaluation of the role of case in the projection of arguments. Case is shown to provide a syntactic foothold for thematic interpretation, something which is necessary in a grammar that ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Number of pages
253
Condition
New
Series
Studies in Natural Language and Linguistic Theory
Number of Pages
253
Place of Publication
Dordrecht, Netherlands
ISBN
9780792360582
SKU
V9780792360582
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Reviews for Flexible Syntax
`This book presents very innovative and original ideas, and an impressive variety of data and problems to be accounted for.' Alex Alsina `I enjoyed the book a lot and found it very stimulating. In my opinion, it is a very good piece of work.' Denis Bouchard