Synopses & Reviews
This is a lively, comprehensive introduction to current morphological theory and analysis is designed to take absolute beginners to a point where they can approach the current literature in the subject. This updated second edition contains numerous in-text exercises that involve the reader in
doing morphology by formulating hypotheses and testing them against data from English and numerous other languages, as well as additional reading suggestions to take the student further into a particular area.
Synopsis
Morphology is a comprehensive introduction to current morphological theory and analysis, designed for beginners. The second edition of this successful textbook has been completely revised to add up-to-date discussion of morphological issues, in-text exercises, a new chapter on Optimality Theory and extended references and further reading.
Synopsis
This popular introductory textbook offers a lively and comprehensive introduction to current morphological theory and analysis, enabling beginners to approach current literature in the subject with confidence. Part I develops students' understanding of traditional and structuralist notions of word structure and provides them with a firm grounding in word structure and word formation. Part II explores the relationship between morphology and phonology, while Part III looks at morphology in relation to syntax and the lexicon. Numerous practical exercises which involve formulating hypotheses and testing them against linguistic data cement the reader's understanding of the field.
This accessible introduction to morphology is an ideal resource for students of English and linguistics and their teachers.
New to this Edition:
- Fully revised throughout, with updated discussions to reflect changes in the field and an expanded list of suggestions for further reading
- Brand-new chapter on Optimality Theory
About the Author
Francis Katamba is Professor of Linguistics at the University of Lancaster. John Stonham is Reader in Linguistics at the University of Newcastle.