Analyzing Syntax: A Lexical-Functional Approach is a comprehensive and
accessible 2004 textbook on syntactic analysis, designed for students
of linguistics at advanced undergraduate or graduate level. Working
within the 'Lexical Functional Grammar' (LFG) approach, it provides
students with a framework for analyzing and describing grammatical
structure, using extensive examples from both European and
non-European languages. Topics covered include: tests for
constituency, passivization and other relation-changing processes,
reflexive pronouns, the control relation, Topic and Focus, relative
clauses and Wh-questions, causative constructions, serial verbs,
'quirky case', and ergativity. As well as building on what linguists
have learned about language in general, particular attention is paid
to the unique features of individual languages. While its primary
focus is on syntactic structure, the book also deals with aspects of
meaning, function and word-structure that are directly relevant to
syntax. Clearly organised into topics, this textbook is ideal for
one-semester courses in syntax and grammatical analysis.
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ISBN
9781316040416
Publisert
2022
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Cambridge University Press
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Engelsk
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Digital bok
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