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Phonology: A Formal Introduction,Used
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An introduction to generative phonology using tools of basic set theory, logic, and combinatorics.This textbook introduces phonological theory as a branch of cognitive science for students with minimal background in linguistics. The authors use basic math and logic, including set theory, some rules of inference, and basic combinatorics, to explain phonology, and use phonology to teach the math and logic. The text is unique in its focus on logical analysis, its use of toy data, and its provision of some interpretation rules for its phonological rule syntax.The book's eight parts cover preliminary and background material; the motivation for phonological rules; the development of a formal model for phonological rules; the basic logic of neutralization rules; the traditional notions of allophony and complementary distribution; the logic of rule interaction, presented in terms of function composition; a survey of such issues as length, tone, syllabification, and metathesis; and features and feature logic, with a justification of decomposing segments into features and treating segments as sets of (valued) features. Endofchapter exercises help students apply the concepts presented. Much of the discussion and many of the exercises rely on toy data, but more real data is included toward the end of the book. Exercises available online can be used as homework or inclass quizzes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Phonology: A Formal Introduction' about? A: 'Phonology: A Formal Introduction' is a textbook that introduces generative phonology as a branch of cognitive science. It uses basic set theory, logic, and combinatorics to explain phonological theory for students with minimal linguistic background.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Alan Bale.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers various topics including phonological rules, formal models for these rules, allophony, complementary distribution, rule interaction, length, tone, syllabification, metathesis, and feature logic.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in linguistics? A: Yes, the book is designed for students with minimal background in linguistics, making it suitable for beginners.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: 'Phonology: A Formal Introduction' contains 608 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on October 23, 2018.
- Q: Are there exercises included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes end-of-chapter exercises that help students apply the concepts presented, along with online exercises for homework or quizzes.
- Q: What makes this book unique? A: The book is unique for its focus on logical analysis, use of toy data for explanations, and provision of interpretation rules for phonological rule syntax.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for advanced linguistics students? A: While it is primarily aimed at beginners, advanced students may also find the logical analysis and exercises valuable, especially in the context of teaching math and logic through phonology.