Language Change and Linguistic Theory: Volume I. Approaches, Methodology, and Sound Change
Book 1 of 2 in the Language change and linguistic theory series
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Author Description
This Book Investigates A Large Range Of Changes And Their Motivations In All Parts Of The Grammar And Lexicon. The Core Argument Is That, In The Absence Of A Grand Unification Theory In Linguistics, A Natural Language Changes. Changes Occur In Successive Formal Grammars. D. Gary Miller. Includes Bibliographical References And Index. Mode Of Access: World Wide Web.
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THE THESIS
This volume investigates the mechanisms of linguistic change and the motivations behind shifts across all components of grammar and lexicon. D. Gary Miller, a scholar in historical linguistics, argues that language change is a natural process that occurs within successive formal grammars. The text addresses the lack of a grand unification theory in linguistics by providing a comprehensive framework for analyzing how and why languages evolve over time.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Analysis of sound change and phonological shifts
- Methodological approaches to historical linguistics
- Examination of changes within the lexicon and grammatical structures
- Theoretical frameworks for formal grammar evolution
Scope Limits
- This volume focuses primarily on approaches, methodology, and sound change rather than syntactic or semantic shifts covered in subsequent volumes
- The text assumes a foundational knowledge of linguistic terminology and theory
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts recognize this work as a rigorous and detailed examination of the mechanics of linguistic evolution. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose, which serves as a specialized resource for advanced students and researchers in the field.
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Publication Date:
1900-01-01
ISBN-10:
0191723436
ISBN-13:
9780191723438
Grammar
Historical linguistics
Phonology
Linguistics
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