The Representation of (In)definiteness (Current Studies in Linguistics)

Reuland, Eric J.

ISBN 10: 0262680599 / ISBN 13: 9780262680592

Published by Mit Pr, 1989

Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Seller Inventory # L21H-03036

Synopsis:

The Representation of (In)definiteness collects the most important current research, reflecting a wide range of approaches, on a central theoretical issue in linguistics: characterizing the distinction between definite and indefinite expressions. The authors of these 11 original essays, which draw on current work in theoretical syntax and semantics, were charged by the editors to take more than usual heed of alternative analyses offered by other theories, thereby promoting cross fertilization of syntactic and semantic ideas, concepts, and argumentation. The project as a whole is grounded in the belief that explicit comparison of seemingly incompatible approaches is essential to improve our understanding of the nature and structure of natural language.The Representation of (In)definiteness is fourteenth in the series Current Studies in Linguistics, edited by Samuel Jay Keyser.

About the Authors:

Eric Reuland is Faculty Professor of Language and Cognition at the Utrecht Institute of Linguistics (OTS).

Alice ter Meulen is a Professors of Linguistics at the University of Washington.

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Representation of (In)definiteness (...
Publisher: Mit Pr
Publication Date: 1989
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good