Understanding Phonology

by Carlos Gussenhoven, Haike Jacobs

Overview

An introduction to phonology which assumes little or no background in the subject. This volume presents the most recent theories in the field and provides an introduction to optimality theory. Topics covered include: ordered rules; the diminutive suffix in Dutch; representing tone; and stress.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781138961425
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	03/27/2017
Series:	Understanding Language
Edition description:	Revised
Pages:	298
Product dimensions:	6.12(w) x 9.19(h) x (d)

About the Author

Carlos Gussenhoven is Emeritus Professor of General and Experimental Phonology at Radboud University, Nijmegen, the Netherlands.

Haike Jacobs is Professor of French Linguistics at Radboud University Nijmegen, the Netherlands.

Table of Contents

Subject Index

Editorial Reviews

"This book gives a clear and accurate picture of current phonological theory in a small number of pages."—John Goldsmith, University of Chicago

"The best introductory phonology text I've read."—Margaret MacEachern, University of Pittsburgh

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