by Hayes (Author)
In this account of metrical stress theory, the author builds on the notion that stress constitutes linguistic rhythm. Through an extensive typological survey of word stress rules that uncovers widespread asymmetries, he identifies a fundamental distinction between iambic and trochaic rhythm.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 472
Edition: 2nd
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Published: 01 Nov 1994
ISBN 10: 0226321045
ISBN 13: 9780226321042