Cover; Half-title; Series-title; Title; Copyright; Dedication; Contents; Acknowledgments; Mathematical symbols; Abbreviations; 1 Introduction; 2 The consequences of analysis; 3 Mathematical linguistics; 4 Systems of syntax: 1951-1955; 5 Transforming generative grammar: 1955-1957; 6 Conclusion; Notes; Bibliography; Index
Summary
An insightful overview of how syntactic theory was influenced by developments in the formal sciences during the twentieth century. Discusses their implications for the work of linguists at that time, outlines their consequences for current syntactic theory, and provides a groundbreaking reassessment of Chomsky's early work in Generative Grammar
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 209-219) and index
