Introducing Phonetics and Phonology

Author:   Mike Davenport (Durham University, UK) ,  S.J. Hannahs (University of Newcastle, UK)
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Edition:   3rd New edition
ISBN:  

9781444109887


Pages:   280
Publication Date:   30 July 2010
Replaced By:   9780815353294
Format:   Paperback
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This book examines some of the ways in which linguists can express what native speakers know about the sound system of their language. Intended for the absolute beginner, it requires no previous background in linguistics, phonetics or phonology. Starting with a grounding in phonetics and phonological theory, the book provides a base from which more advanced treatments may be approached. It begins with an examination of the foundations of articulatory and acoustic phonetics, moves on to the basic principles of phonology, and ends with an outline of some further issues within contemporary phonology. Varieties of English, particularly Received Pronunciation and General American, form the focus of consideration, but aspects of the phonetics and phonology of other languages are discussed as well. This new edition includes more discussion of Optimality Theory and a new glossary of terms. It has been updated throughout to take account of the latest developments in phonological theory, but without sacrificing the book's ease of use for beginners.

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Author:   Mike Davenport (Durham University, UK) ,  S.J. Hannahs (University of Newcastle, UK)
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Hodder Education
Edition:   3rd New edition
Dimensions:   Width: 15.60cm , Height: 1.40cm , Length: 23.40cm
Weight:   0.476kg
ISBN:  

9781444109887


ISBN 10:   144410988
Pages:   280
Publication Date:   30 July 2010
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Replaced By:   9780815353294
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Unknown
Availability:   Awaiting stock   Availability explained

Table of Contents

List of tables List of figures Preface Preface to the second edition Preface to the third edition The International Phonetic Alphabet 1. Introduction 2. Introduction to articulatory phonetics 3. Consonants 4. Vowels 5. Acoustic phonetics 6. Above the segment 7. Features 8. Phonemic analysis 9. Phonological alternations, processes and rules 10. Phonological structure 11. Derivational analysis 12. Constraint-based analysis 13. Constraining the model Glossary References Subject index Varieties of English index Language Index

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'...a very well-written and meticulously structured book for readers who are just embarking upon their linguistics odyssey. In a clear and easy-to-follow manner, key concepts with respect to phonetics and phonology are introduced...[T]he book is undoubtedly a valuable addition to one's bookshelf.' -- The LINGUIST List 20110717


'...a very well-written and meticulously structured book for readers who are just embarking upon their linguistics odyssey. In a clear and easy-to-follow manner, key concepts with respect to phonetics and phonology are introduced....[T]he book is undoubtedly a valuable addition to one's bookshelf.' The LINGUIST List


Author Information

Mike Davenport is Director of Durham University Language Centre. S.J. Hannahs is Senior Lecturer at Newcastle University. They are the authors of Issues in Phonological Structure.

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