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Continuing Syntax Hierarchy and Locality

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, University of Cambridge

Description

A logical and clear exposition of hierarchy and locality by a leading figure in the field, Continuing Syntax takes students from an introductory level of syntactic theory to an understanding of cutting-edge research in the field. A comprehensive range of topics is covered, including configurationality, head-movement, clause structure, nominal structure, subjacency, barriers and phases, ensuring that students have a thorough understanding of all the main components of contemporary theory. The many example sentences, extensive glossary, end-of-chapter exercises and annotated further…

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Key features

  • Makes formal theory accessible and interesting for students with a range of abilities and academic backgrounds
  • Provides a clear rationale for syntactic notation, allowing students easily to make the link between terminology and theory
  • The second in a three volume series covering all of the essential elements of syntax
  • End-of-chapter exercises, full glossary, and annotated further reading lists

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