Most linguistic theories assume that each grammatical relation is established in a unique structural configuration. Neeleman and Weerman take issue with this view, arguing for a more flexible approach on the basis of conceptual considerations and data taken mostly, but not exclusively, from the Germanic languages. In-depth analyses of word order phenomena as well as diachronic and typological generalizations motivate a re-evaluation of the role of case in the projection of arguments. Case is shown to provide a syntactic foothold for thematic interpretation, something which is necessary in a grammar that does not allow fixed theta-positions. Thus, this study does not only offer a genuine alternative to many standard assumptions, it also explains why there should be such a thing as case in natural language.
A. Neeleman & F. Weerman
Flexible Syntax [PDF ebook]
A Theory of Case and Arguments
Flexible Syntax [PDF ebook]
A Theory of Case and Arguments
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Language English ● Format PDF ● ISBN 9789401142892 ● Publisher Springer Netherlands ● Published 2012 ● Downloadable 3 times ● Currency EUR ● ID 4705767 ● Copy protection Adobe DRM
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