This book is an excellent introduction to generative grammar as an empirical science. Written in a clear and accessible style, it makes complex linguistic theories easy to understand for students.
Content and Structure
This clear and practical introduction to syntactic theory focuses on theory formation, hypothesis testing, and evaluation within the framework of Chomsky's Government-Binding Theory. Starting with essential themes such as X'-theory, transformations, and elementary binding theory, the book also covers more advanced topics such as reconstruction, the light verb vP, and control as movement.
Key Features of This Second, Revised Edition
- Extensive attention to the Minimalist Program and the Government-Binding Theory
- In-depth chapters on phrase structure and functional categories
- Numerous new tree diagrams and thoroughly revised exercises after each chapter
Teaching Tool and Target Audience
This Dutch-language book is suitable for students and professionals in higher education with an interest in linguistics, specifically focused on syntactic theories. It can be excellently used for self-study and deepening theoretical knowledge at the university level.
Reading Experience and Pedagogy
Through the use of in-text assignments, readers are actively involved in the learning process. The concluding 'Open Issue' at the end of each chapter stimulates further discussion and deepening. The informal and inviting tone makes even the most complex topics accessible.
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