When Minoritized Languages Change Linguistic Theory

ISBN-13: 9781316516379 / Angielski / Twarda / 2022 / 280 str.

Andrew (University College London) Nevins

Opis

Illustrated with fascinating examples throughout, this book shows the transformative effect minoritized languages have on linguistic theory.

Recenzje

'This book is truly one-of-a-kind. Nevins shows just how much the study of minoritized languages has contributed to real changes in the generative theory for the full gamut of core areas of generative linguistics. It is a must-read book for any generative theoretical linguist wanting to work with speakers of minoritized languages and varieties, stressing the social justice obligations that come with such research and the need to rethink how linguistics is taught.' Keren Rice, Professor of Linguistics, University of Toronto

Spis treści

List of figures; Acknowledgements; List of abbreviations; 1. Expanding the canon: minoritization in the world and in linguistic theory; 2. Indexical shift in Zazaki and Uyghur; 3. Why ergative case requires structure in Basque and Ch'ol; 4. Closest conjunct agreement in Slovenian and Xhosa; 5. Configurationality of objects in Chichewa and Warlpiri; 6. Partial nasality in Maxakalí and Kaingang; 7. Symmetric hands in sign language phonologies; 8. Number-encoding on verbs in Hiaki and Chechen; 9. Conclusion: towards healthy futures in the language sciences; Bibliography; Index.