Phonology: Theory and Description: 9 (Introducing Linguistics)

by Andrew Spencer (Author)

• Used

  Illustrated
  1995

  $4.72

  Aimed principally at the undergraduate student, this exciting new textbook provides a compact presentation of the fundamental concepts of phonology. The four main themes-syllable structure, feature structure, rules and stress/ rhythm include illuminating references to a variety of languages. No previous knowledge of contemporary phonological theory is assumed beyond that found in a typical first year introductory course, and each chapter includes helpful exercises and further reading. This colume is an essential text for students of linguistics, English language and speech sciences.

• New

  Illustrated
  1995

  $54.65

  Aimed principally at the undergraduate student, this exciting new textbook provides a compact presentation of the fundamental concepts of phonology. The four main themes-syllable structure, feature structure, rules and stress/ rhythm include illuminating references to a variety of languages. No previous knowledge of contemporary phonological theory is assumed beyond that found in a typical first year introductory course, and each chapter includes helpful exercises and further reading. This colume is an essential text for students of linguistics, English language and speech sciences.