The Syntax of Welsh

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Focusing on the unique syntactic features of Welsh, this book provides an accessible overview of topics such as finite and infinitival clauses, noun phrases, agreement, and tense. It explores word order, clause structure, and dialect variations while contextualizing the language within its historical Celtic background. Drawing from contemporary colloquial Welsh and contrasting it with literary and earlier forms, the work appeals to syntactic theorists, typologists, historical linguists, and Celticists, making it a valuable resource for understanding Welsh syntax.