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Flexible Syntax

A Theory of Case and Arguments

Gebonden Engels 1999 1999e druk 9780792360582
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Most linguistic theories assume that each grammatical relation is established in a unique structural configuration. Neeleman and Weerman take issue with this view, arguing for a more flexible approach on the basis of conceptual considerations and data taken mostly, but not exclusively, from the Germanic languages. In-depth analyses of word order phenomena as well as diachronic and typological generalizations motivate a re-evaluation of the role of case in the projection of arguments. Case is shown to provide a syntactic foothold for thematic interpretation, something which is necessary in a grammar that does not allow fixed theta-positions. Thus, this study does not only offer a genuine alternative to many standard assumptions, it also explains why there should be such a thing as case in natural language.

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ISBN13:9780792360582
Taal:Engels
Bindwijze:Gebonden
Aantal pagina's:253
Uitgever:Springer Netherlands
Druk:1999

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