The 3rd edition of
Chomsky’s Universal Grammar introduces the reader to Noam Chomsky’s theory of language by setting the specifics of syntactic analysis in the framework of his general ideas.
- Updated and revised to include a broader range of issues and discussion topics
- Traces the development of Chomsky's thinking and of the Minimalist Program since 1995, providing a new picture of this current model of syntactic theory
- Introduces both the general concepts of the theory of Universal Grammar and the main areas of syntax such as X-bar theory, movement and government/binding theory
- Includes discussion topics, exercises, and suggestions for further readings in each chapter
Preface to the Third Edition.
1. The Nature of Universal Grammar.
1.1. The Early Development of Universal Grammar Theory.
1.2. Relating 'Sounds' and 'Meanings'.
1.3. The Computational System.
1.4. Questions for Linguistics.
1.5. General Ideas of Language.
1.6. Linguistic Universals.
1.7. The Evidence for Universal Grammar Theory.
1.8. Conclusion.
2. Principles, Parameters and Language Acquisition.
2.1. Principles and Parameters.
2.2. Language Acquisition.
3. Structure in the Government/Binding model.
3.1. The Heart of the Government/Binding Model.
3.2. Modules, Principles and Parameters.
3.3. X-bar Theory in Government and Binding.
3.4. Theta Theory.
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