Exploring Language Structure

Designed For Those Beginning To Study Linguistics This Is A Lively Introduction To Two Key Aspects Of The Structure Of Language: Syntax (The Structure Of Sentences) And Morphology (The Structure Of Words). It Shows Students In A Step-By-Step Fashion How To Analyze The Syntax And Morphology Of Any Language By Clearly Describing The Basic Methods And Techniques And Providing Almost 100 Practical Exercises Based On Data From A Rich Variety Of The World''S Languages. Written In An Engaging Style And Complete With A Comprehensive Glossary Exploring Language Structure Explains Linguistic Concepts By Using Clear Analogies From Everyday Life. It Introduces A Range Of Essential Topics In Syntax And Morphology Such As Rules Categories Word Classes Grammatical Relations Multi-Clause Constructions And Typology. Providing A Solid Foundation In Morphology And Syntax This Is The Perfect Introductory Text For Beginning Students And Will Fully Prepare Them For More Advanced Courses In Linguistic Analysis.