Wiley-Blackwell. 2008. — 323 p. — ISBN10: 1405184116; 1405184124
Accessible, succinct, and including numerous student–friendly features, this introductory textbook offers an exceptional foundation to the field for those who are coming to it for the first time. Provides an ideal first course book in phonology, written by a renowned phonologist Developed and tested in the classroom through years of experience and use Emphasizes analysis of phonological data, placing this in its scientific context, and explains the relevant methodology Guides students through the larger questions of what phonological patterns reveal about language Includes numerous course–friendly features, including multi–part exercises and annotated suggestions for further reading at the end of each chapter
Phonetics
Phonemic Analysis
More on Phonemes
FeaturesMorphology
Phonological Alternation I
Phonological Alternation II
Morphophonemic Analysis
Productivity
The Role of Morphology and Syntax
Diachrony and Synchrony
Abstractness
Syllables
Stress, Stress Rules, and Syllable Weight
Tone and Intonation