When minoritized languages change linguistic theory /
"For decades, a small set of major world languages have formed the basis of the vast majority of linguistic theory. However, minoritized languages can also provide fascinating contributions to our understanding of the human language faculty. This pioneering book explores the transformative effe...
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| Μορφή: | Βιβλίο |
| Γλώσσα: | English |
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Πίνακας περιεχομένων:
- Expanding the canon: minoritization in the world and in linguistic theory
- Indexical shift in Zazaki and Uyghur
- Why ergative case requires structure in Basque and Ch'ol
- Closest conjunct agreement in Slovenian and Xhosa
- Configurationality of objects in Chichewa and Warlpiri
- Partial nasality in Maxakalí and Kaingang
- Symmetric hands in sign language phonologies
- Number-encoding on verbs in Hiaki and Chechen
- Conclusion: Towards healthy futures in the language sciences.
