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Samuel D. Epstein,Hisatsugu Kitahara,T. Daniel Seely

A Minimalist Theory of Simplest Merge

A Minimalist Theory of Simplest Merge

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This collection explores the role of simplification in shaping Minimalist theory, particularly in relation to the simplest Merge hypothesis and the reduction of syntactic phenomena to third factor considerations. It brings together recent papers by Epstein, Kitahara, Seely, Epstein, Seely, and Obata, and Kitahara, providing a cohesive overview of the latest research on Minimalism. The volume integrates a historical overview of Merge, outlines Minimalist notions of perfection and simplification, and offers new directions for future research.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 150 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd


This comprehensive collection delves into one of the fundamental principles of Minimalist theory, namely explanation through simplification, and its significant impact on shaping the latest developments within this framework. Specifically, it explores the simplest Merge hypothesis and the reduction of syntactic phenomena to third-factor considerations. The book brings together a collection of recent papers on the topic, authored by Epstein, Kitahara, and Seely, along with one by Epstein, Seely, and Obata, and another by Kitahara. It begins with an introduction that provides a cohesive overview of the latest research on Minimalism, facilitated by the current theoretical developments in the field.

The volume seamlessly integrates a historical overview of evolutions in Merge, starting from Chomsky's (pre-Merge) Aspects model to the current theoretical models, including a primer on Chomsky's most recent theory of Merge based on the concept of Workspace. Moreover, it outlines the Minimalist notions of perfection and simplification, offering clear and detailed coverage of key technical concepts within the framework as applied to grammatical phenomena.

Taken as a whole, this collection serves as an invaluable resource for students and scholars in linguistics, psychology, philosophy, and cognitive science. It provides a comprehensive introduction to Minimalist theory, while also advancing its understanding and offering new directions for future research in these fields. The book's insightful contributions make it a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the complexities of linguistic phenomena and the role of simplification in linguistic analysis.

Weight: 300g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032078090

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