Tato edice nabízí hluboký ponor do klíčových oblastí lingvistiky, shromažďuje seminalní práce, které formovaly obor. Zkoumá širokou škálu lingvistických teorií, metod a aplikací, od fonetiky po sémantiku. Je to neocenitelný zdroj pro studenty, badatele i každého, kdo se zajímá o vědecké studium jazyka. Edice poskytuje komplexní pohled na vývoj a současný stav lingvistického myšlení.
A guide to both Noam Chomsky's work in linguistics and his politics. It deals with his theory of the structure of language, the transformational generative grammar, as well as his opposition to the Vietnam War, which he attacked through his work American Power and the New Mandarins.
Focusing on comparative syntax, this collection features 15 articles by Edward Keenan, showcasing his extensive research in the field. It includes two foundational pieces co-authored with Bernard Comrie, addressing Noun Phrase Accessibility and a universal definition of 'Subject.' The compilation gathers previously scattered works, enhancing accessibility to significant contributions in syntax research. Additionally, it includes a specially prepared psycholinguistic article, enriching the collection's scope and relevance.
The book explores two significant traditions in Modern English grammar: the traditional 'old grammar' from influential figures like Sweet and Quirk, and the contemporary 'new grammar' rooted in Chomskyan generative syntax. It aims to enhance understanding of Modern English grammar by examining both approaches, advocating for a recognition of the diversity and complexity within the language. The work encourages a balanced appreciation of these differing grammatical perspectives.
Indo-European Linguistics): An Annotated Bibliography of Sociolinguistic Publications 1772-1982
Focusing on sociolinguistic aspects, this bibliography compiles references related to the Irish language within its social context rather than purely linguistic studies. It includes a variety of materials such as articles, chapters, books, and pamphlets that address the social, historical, psychological, and educational dimensions of Irish. Key topics covered are the language's decline, restoration efforts, and its connections to nationality and religion, along with significant figures in the language movement.
A Unified Approach to Explanation in Linguistics
Focusing on the explanation of linguistic form, the book explores cross-linguistic patterns in morphological systems, particularly the prevalence of suffixes over prefixes and the relationship between affix position and syntactic head position. It advocates for increased collaboration among linguistic subdisciplines and emphasizes the importance of cross-disciplinary research. The author's extensive background in theoretical morphology and language processing enables a nuanced understanding of the interplay between linguistic principles and cognitive mechanisms.
Deals with the primary task of a theory of linguistic meaning - to describe the meaning of speech acts - and discusses theories of semantics and prosodic meaning.
The book explores the intricate relationship between speech and thought, presenting a fresh perspective that challenges modern linguistic and psycholinguistic theories. Building on Vygotsky's foundational ideas, it emphasizes the organization of action, positing that speech emerges from sensory-motor representations that intertwine meaning and action. This work aims to provide a deeper understanding of how language and cognitive processes are interconnected.
Exploring the complexities of literacy, this book presents a sociolinguistic theory that integrates psychological, linguistic, and social dimensions. It examines the interplay between written and spoken language, particularly the nuances of English spelling, while addressing the social, educational, and technological influences on literacy. Furthermore, it critiques deprivation theory in the context of educational failure, emphasizing the significant impact of teachers' attitudes toward students' language on reading success.