A Performance Theory of Order and Constituency

(Part of the Cambridge Studies in Linguistics Series)

by John A. Hawkins

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In this major new book, John A. Hawkins presents a new theory of linear ordering in syntax. He argues that processing can provide a simple, functional explanation for syntactic rules of ordering, as well as for the selection among ordering variants in languages and structures in which variation is possible. Insights from generative syntax, typological studies of language universals, and psycholinguistic studies of language processing are combined to show that there is a profound correspondence between performance and grammar.

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0521378672

ISBN13:9780521378673

Release Date:January 1995

Publisher:Cambridge University Press

Length:520 Pages

Weight:1.62 lbs.

Dimensions:1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Related Subjects

Humanities Language Arts Linguistics Words, Language & Grammar

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(Part of the Cambridge Studies in Linguistics Series)

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