Syntactic Theory - 2nd Edition

Name: Syntactic Theory - 2nd Edition
Brand: Taylor & Francis

Taylor & Francis

Syntactic TheoryA Unified Approach\nAuthor(s): Robert Borsley\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Hodder Arnold\nISBN-13: 9780340706107, 978-0340706107\nSynopsis\nSyntactic theory is central to the study of language. This innovative book introduces the ideas which underlie most approaches to syntax and shows how they have been developed within two broad frameworks: principles and parameters theory and phrase structure grammar. While other texts either concentrate on one theory or treat them as totally separate, here both approaches are introduced together, highlighting the similarities as well as the differences.\n\nThoroughly updated in the light of major recent developments, this second edition includes expanded explanations of the main characteristics of the two theories, summaries of the main features, exercises reinforcing key points and suggestions for further investigation.