An Introduction to Korean Linguistics

by Eunhee Lee, Sean Madigan, Mee-Jeong Park

Overview

An Introduction to Korean Linguistics is a valuable and comprehensive text for those with an interest in Korean linguistics.

This book provides an in-depth introduction to the basics of Korean linguistics, and modern linguistic theory, in an accessible style. It features a step-by-step approach designed to lead the reader through the linguistic make-up of the language, from the basics of its sound system and sentence structure to the semantics of modern spoken Korean.

Features include:

• Detailed chapters covering the core areas in the field of linguistics, including phonetics, phonology, morphology and syntax
• Clear and accessible explanations which effectively demonstrate the intricacies and subtleties of the Korean language
• Suggested readings for those interested in expanding their knowledge of a specific topic
• Exercises designed to complement the factual and analytical issues covered in each chapter
• A comprehensive glossary of central terms and a companion website offering a wealth of additional materials.

Korean is an invaluable language for the study of theoretical and comparative linguistics as it provides important examples and counter-examples to key issues, making An Introduction to Korean Linguistics an essential text for students and professional linguists alike.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780415659932
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	11/05/2015
Pages:	286
Product dimensions:	6.88(w) x 9.69(h) x (d)

About the Author

EunHee Lee is Associate Professor in the Department of Linguistics at the University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, USA.

Sean Madigan is a lecturer in the Department of Linguistics and Cognitive Sciences at Dartmouth University, USA.

Mee-Jeong Park is Associate Professor of Korean Language and Linguistics at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, USA.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: Phonetics Chapter 3: Phonology Chapter 4: Morphology Chapter 5: Syntax Chapter 6: Semantics