| Flexible Syntax: A Theory of Case and Arguments 1999 Edition Contributor(s): Neeleman, A. (Author), Weerman, F. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0792371992 ISBN-13: 9780792371991 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $104.49 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: September 2001 Annotation: 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 does not allow fixed theta-positions. Thus, this study does not only offer a genuine alternative to many standard assumptions, it also explains why there should be such a thing as case in natural language. |
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| BISAC Categories: - Language Arts & Disciplines | Grammar & Punctuation - Medical - Language Arts & Disciplines | Linguistics - Syntax |
| Dewey: 415 |
| Series: Studies in Natural Language and Linguistic Theory |
| Physical Information: 0.58" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (0.86 lbs) 253 pages |