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Studies in Ditransitive Constructions

Studies in Ditransitive Constructions: A Comparative Handbook

Andrej Malchukov (editor), Martin Haspelmath (editor), Bernard Comrie (editor)
Product available on: 23/12/2010
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Synopsis

This rich volume explores the cross-linguistic variation in ditransitive constructions, syntactic patterns of 'give'-like verbs taking Agent, Theme and Recipient arguments. The volume includes a typological overview of ditransitive constructions, the editors' questionnaire, as well as 23 in-depth studies of ditransitive constructions in languages from all over the world, written by leading experts.

Publisher information

  • Publisher: Walter de Gruyter & Co
  • ISBN: 9783111732879
  • Number of pages: 772
  • Dimensions: 240 x 170 mm

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