Historical and comparative linguistics
Proposed to be offered next in 1996
P Paul
8 points * 3 hours per week * First semester * Clayton
The subject comprises work on language change and language typology. Examples will be drawn from phonology, morphology, syntax, and lexicology. Attempts at explaining language change are discussed.
Assessment
Test (1 hour): 40% * Written practical assignment (2000 words): 50% * Class participation: 10%
Prescribed text
Crowley T An introduction to historical linguistics OUP, 1992