Understanding Phonology (Understanding Language) - Hardcover

"This book gives a clear and accurate picture of current phonological theory in a small number of pages."--John Goldsmith, University of Chicago "This book gives a clear and accurate picture of current phonological theory in a small number of pages."--John Goldsmith, University of Chicago "This book gives a clear and accurate picture of current phonological theory in a small number of pages."--John Goldsmith, University of Chicago "This book gives a clear and accurate picture of current phonological theory in a small number of pages."--John Goldsmith, University of Chicago

An introduction to phonology which assumes little or no background in the subject. This volume presents the most recent theories in the field and provides an introduction to Optimality Theory. Topics covered include: ordered rules; the diminutive suffix in Dutch; representing tone; stress; a nd iambic and trochaic rhythm in Optimality Theory. Examples are included throughout the book.