Derivations And Constraints In Phonology - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0198236905 ISBN 13: 9780198236900

Publisher: Oxford University Press, U.S.A., 1997

Synopsis

Since the 1960s phonological theory has countenanced two levels of representation, underlying and surface form, linked by a multi-staged derivation. This model is now being challenged by approaches, such as Optimality Theory, which substitute surface constraints for rules and derivations. If accepted, this shift would amount to a major revolution in the field. In this volume, a team of leading specialists addresses the issue, specifically focusing on the comparison and evaluation of the two alternatives.

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Review

It is possible to find among these eighteen papers enough combinations and permutations of both rules and constraints, and derivational and non-derivational systems to please the most theoretically promiscuous phonologist around ... There is a lot of interesting discussion and good linguistics in this book. (Journal of Linguistics)

A "must-have" and "must-study in detail" for every phonologist, and any other linguist, who wants to keep abreast of the latest developments in this popular framework ... this is an extraordinarily rich volume in terms of data, analyses and ideas. It is therefore highly recommended for all who want to be informed about current issues in phonology in general, and in Optimality Theory specifically. (Glot International)

About the Author

Iggy Roca is at University of Essex.

Edition details

• Publisher: Oxford University Press, U.S.A.
• Publication date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0198236905
• ISBN 13: 9780198236900
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 616
• Editor: Roca Iggy