Historical linguistics : an introduction / Winfred P. Lehmann.
| Author/creator | Lehmann, Winfred P. |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | 3rd ed. |
| Publication Info | London ; New York : Routledge, 1992. |
| Description | xviii, 338 pages : illustrations, maps ; 24 cm |
| Supplemental Content | Table of contents |
| Supplemental Content | Table of contents |
| Supplemental Content | Publisher description |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Transcription and phonological symbols -- 1. Introduction -- 2. background of historical linguistic study -- 3. use of written records -- 4. Genealogical classification -- 5. Typological classification -- 6. Linguistic communities -- 7. comparative method -- 8. method of internal reconstruction -- 9. Glottochronology -- 10. Sound change -- change in phonological systems -- 11. Morphological change -- 12. Syntactic change -- 13. Semantic change and changes in the lexicon -- 14. Interrelationships among changes -- 15. Linguistic and cultural change -- 16. Conclusion. |
| Abstract | A comprehensive, clearly written introduction to historical linguistic theory and methods. Thoroughly revised, this edition draws on recent linguistic and archaeological research, incorporating key developments and advances. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages 320-327) and index. |
| LCCN | 91045655 |
| ISBN | 0415072425 |
| ISBN | 9780415072427 |
| ISBN | 0415072433 (pbk.) |
| ISBN | 9780415072434 (pbk.) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | General Stacks | P140 .L44 1992 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |