Chomskys Universal Grammar : An Introduction 3rd Edition

The 3rd edition of Chomsky's Universal Grammar introduces the reader to Noam Chomsky's theory of language by setting the specifics of syntactic analysis in the framework of his general ideas. The book introduces both the general concepts of the theory of Universal Grammar and the main areas of syntax such as X-bar theory, movement and government/binding theory. This updated and revised text includes discussion topics, exercises, and suggestions for further readings in each chapter.

Table of contents :

Preface to the Third Edition

The Nature of Universal Grammar

Principles, Parameters and Language Acquisition

Structure in the Government/Binding model

Movement in Government/Binding Theory

Chomskyan Approaches to Language Acquisition

Second Language Acquisition and Universal Grammar

Structure in the Minimalist Program

Movement in the Minimalist Program

References

Index