Rhyme and Reason: An Introduction to Minimalist Syntax

by Juan Uriagereka

Book Overview

This unusual book takes the form of a dialogue between a linguist and another scientist. This unusual book takes the form of a dialogue between a linguist and another scientist. The dialogue takes place over six days, with each day devoted to a particular topic--and the ensuing digressions. The role of the linguist is to present the fundamentals of the minimalist program of contemporary generative grammar. Although the linguist serves essentially...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0262710080
• ISBN13: 9780262710084
• Release Date: July 2000
• Publisher: MIT Press
• Length: 720 Pages
• Weight: 3.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 9.1" x 10.0"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher