This series delves into the central subjects of contemporary phonological theory. It offers accessible yet challenging explorations of the most critical issues in analyzing the phonology of natural languages. Some topics are revisited with fresh perspectives informed by recent advancements, while others tackle emerging areas of significant interest. Authored by leading experts, these volumes are ideal for academic courses and seminars, featuring valuable suggestions for further study and glossaries.
This book provides a state-of-the-art survey of intonation and prosodic structure from a phonological perspective. It explores topics such as individual tones and how they combine, how information structure affects intonation, and how languages differ in their tonal patterns. It will be of interest to advanced students and researchers in phonology.