Understanding Morphology: Second Edition
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This new edition of Understanding Morphology has been fully revised in line with the latest research. It now includes 'big picture' questions to highlight central themes in morphology, as well as research exercises for each chapter. Understanding Morphology presents an introduction to the study of word structure that starts at the very beginning. Assuming no knowledge of the field of morphology on the part of the reader, the book presents a broad range of morphological phenomena from a wide variety of languages. Starting with the core areas of inflection and derivation, the book presents the interfaces between morphology and syntax and between morphology and phonology. The synchronic study of word structure is covered, as are the phenomena of diachronic change, such as analogy and grammaticalization. Theories are presented clearly in accessible language with the main purpose of shedding light on the data, rather than as a goal in themselves. The authors consistently draw on the best research available, thus utilizing and discussing both functionalist and generative theoretical approaches. Each chapter includes a summary, suggestions for further reading, and exercises. As such this is the ideal book for both beginning students of linguistics, or anyone in a related discipline looking for a first introduction to morphology. Review: Great - Glad my professor chose this book. There are a lot out there, but this one is clear, well organized, and teaches things logically. Has good examples and various difficulties of questions, if I recall correctly. Been a while since I read it through. Review: Five Stars - The book came right on time and it has tons of helpful stuff about morphology.
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| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 43 Reviews |
S**S
Great
Glad my professor chose this book. There are a lot out there, but this one is clear, well organized, and teaches things logically. Has good examples and various difficulties of questions, if I recall correctly. Been a while since I read it through.
B**S
Five Stars
The book came right on time and it has tons of helpful stuff about morphology.
H**M
Concise and easy to read!
Precisely explained, except the singagmatic/paradigmatic section. Also, the summary of each chapters at the very back of the book was really nice!
H**1
Very Readable Textbook
The specific copy that I received was in great condition as guaranteed at purchase. The textbook is very accessible and reads very well. I usually have difficulty digesting a lot of detail but everything from the typesetting to the content really makes me glad my professor chose to use this Morphology textbook over others.
A**R
The book was in great condition. I liked it a lot
The book was in great condition. I liked it a lot. It got here before they said it would get. This was also great.
A**R
Five Stars
good
P**R
Five Stars
Good textbook.
D**N
Great Resource for an Introduction to Morphology
Great text. I purchased this book because I was having an issue understanding the lectures and required text from my graduate morphology course. This book has helped me to understand the theoretical components to the subject, as well as aid me with data analysis based on these theoretical perspectives.
L**S
Superb
Incredibly good conditions for the age this edition probably has and their customer service was extremely accesible and kind to reach out to. Also gorgeous seals from France, my father loved them. Thanks a lot!
P**.
Good book to gain overview of morphology
A very good book. Everything ist well divided and explained. Besides I finde it somehow amusing reading this book because the author always tries to go straight to the point.
T**Y
Speedy delivery :)
Textbook came lickety split as promised and I am ready to start class tomorrow :)
V**C
Morphology student
Morphology clearly explained, easy to understand, and just enough for beginners.
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