Studies on Chinese Discourse Grammar

This book explores the textual structure of real discourse materials,using discourse functional grammar as its theoretical orientation. It combines relevant theories with Chinese practice to address topics such as discourse phenomena and syntactic integration,the information status and discourse function of special syntactic structures,the emergence of discourse functions of metadiscourse components,and stylistic differences and their syntactic manifestations. By examining the relationship between syntactic-semantic laws and discourse functions,the book reveals the functional motivations behind grammatical rules. It broadens the scope of research to include grammatical phenomena that span sentences,enriching the study of Chinese grammar.

Format: Hardback
Length: 268 pages
Publication date: 06 February 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive volume delves into the intricate textual structure of real-world discourse materials, expanding the traditional research perspective beyond individual sentences and contexts. Drawing upon discourse functional grammar as its theoretical framework, the book seamlessly integrates relevant theories with Chinese practice to address a wide range of topics. These include discourse phenomena and syntactic integration, the information status and discourse function of special syntactic structures, the emergence of discourse functions of metadiscourse components, and stylistic differences and their syntactic manifestations. By examining the interplay between syntactic-semantic laws and discourse functions, the book unveils their profound connection, shedding light on the underlying functional motivations behind grammatical rules.

In contrast to traditional Chinese grammar research, which primarily focuses on individual simple or complex sentences, this book takes a broader approach by analyzing grammatical phenomena that span multiple sentences. By broadening the scope of inquiry, it enables a deeper exploration of issues that may be challenging to address adequately at the sentence level. This expansion ultimately enriches the study of Chinese grammar, offering new insights and perspectives.

This book is of immense interest to students and scholars engaged in the fields of interactional linguistics, Chinese linguistics, and functional grammar. Its comprehensive coverage and insightful analysis make it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the complex dynamics of language in real-world contexts.

Weight: 671g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032589244