A thorough introduction to formal syntactic typology by a leader in the field, Comparing Syntax systematically covers syntactic variation across languages. The textbook covers word-order parameters, null subjects, polysynthesis, verb-movement, ergativity, interrogatives and negation within a comparative framework, ensuring that readers are able to engage with the key topics in the most up-to-date primary research literature. The comprehensive glossary, end-of-chapter exercises and annotated further reading lists allow readers to consolidate and extend their knowledge as they progress through the book. A self-contained work ideal for intermediate and advanced-level students, Comparing Syntax also builds on the author's Beginning Syntax and Continuing Syntax.
| ISBN: | 9781009291620 |
| Publication date: | 30th June 2026 |
| Author: | Ian G Roberts |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 200 pages |
| Series: | Cambridge Textbooks in Linguistics |
| Genres: |
Grammar, syntax and morphology |
A thorough introduction to formal syntactic typology by a leader in the field, Comparing Syntax systematically covers syntactic variation across languages. The textbook covers word-order parameters, null subjects, polysynthesis, verb-movement, ergativity, interrogatives and negation within a comparative framework, ensuring that readers are able to engage with the key topics in the most up-to-date primary research literature. The comprehensive glossary, end-of-chapter exercises and annotated further reading lists allow readers to consolidate and extend their knowledge as they progress through the book. A self-contained work ideal for intermediate and advanced-level students, Comparing Syntax also builds on the author's Beginning Syntax and Continuing Syntax.
Comparing Syntax features in the following genres: Grammar, syntax and morphology
Comparing Syntax is available in Paperback, Hardback
Comparing Syntax was written by Ian G Roberts and published by Cambridge University Press
Comparing Syntax has 200 pages
Yes it is part of Cambridge Textbooks in Linguistics series
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