Structuring Events
A Study in the Semantics of Lexical Aspect| By: | Susan Rothstein |
| Publisher: | Wiley Global Research (STMS) |
| Print ISBN: | 9781405106689 |
| eText ISBN: | 9780470759103 |
| Edition: | 1 |
| Copyright: | 2004 |
| Format: | Page Fidelity |
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Structuring Events presents a novel semantic theory of lexical aspect for anyone interested in the study of verb meanings. Provides an introduction to aspectual classes and aspectual distinctions. Utilizes case studies to present a novel semantic theory of lexical aspect and compare it with alternative theories. Useful for students and scholars in semantics and syntax as well as the neighboring fields of pragmatics and philosophy of language.