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Explore the complex evolution of linguistic structures with The Historical Phonology of Vowel Length. Published as part of the Routledge Library Editions: Linguistics, this academic text provides a deep look into how vowel distinctions develop within various languages. Through the analysis of data from a wide variety of languages, the book examines the specific processes that lead to the creation of long vowels. It focuses on the theory that while many processes can add to an existing stock of long vowels, there is a singular mechanism for introducing vowel length to a language that does not already have a distinction. This mechanism involves the coalescence of vowel sequences, often occurring after the loss of intervocalic consonants. This volume is an essential resource for students and researchers in the field of applied linguistics. It provides a clear examination of vowel lengths, their differences, and the effects they have on language structure. Whether you are studying phonology or historical linguistics, this book offers a detailed perspective on how vocalic length functions and evolves over time.

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Provides data from a variety of languages to support linguistic claims regarding vowel length development.

Examines the specific mechanism of vowel sequence coalescence, typically following the loss of intervocalic consonants.

Offers a detailed study of the differences between vowel lengths and their specific effects on language.

Part of the Routledge Library Editions: Linguistics series for academic and professional reference.

Analyzes the distinction between adding to existing vowel stocks versus introducing new length distinctions.

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13 January 2014
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