This volume presents a comprehensive overview of contemporary research in Hispanic linguistics. It comprises 37 papers delivered at the 2nd Hispanic Linguistics Symposium, showcasing diverse theoretical approaches from leading scholars. The collection is structured into three key areas: psycholinguistics and sociolinguistics, phonology, morphology, and historical linguistics, and syntax, semantics, and pragmatics. These papers reflect the state of the art in the field as of 1998.

This collection is regarded as a significant compilation of scholarly work in Hispanic linguistics, offering a broad spectrum of theoretical viewpoints. The organization into distinct linguistic subfields provides a structured approach for researchers and students. The papers represent a snapshot of the field's advancements and ongoing discussions from the late 1990s. Its value lies in consolidating diverse research from a major symposium.