The new Arabic Lexicon and its words. Root-based and templatic morphosyntax
Root syntax, with roots as primitive lexical units, is an influential theme in building the lexicon in linguistic theory, typically in Distributed Morphology, and the generative model of minimal computation. Implementing important fragments of the Arabic lexicon, the book presents a comprehensive view of word formation and argument structure, providing robust evidence that favors root-based, rather than stem-based derivations of words. Tested on Arabic, a language wearing DM ‘on its sleeve’, the DM model gains substantial support and refinement. Significant templatic affixes turn out to be roots. Valency changing causatives, anti-causatives, reflexives, or nominalizations implicate root complexity, not category change. Psych, perception, and cognition eventuality classes are born as root subtypes, not ‘verb’ classes. Category changing deverbalizations, deadjectivations, or denominalizations are supplemented by complex root derivations. Melodic templates operate ‘templatization’ (e.g. with adjectives), or act as functional templates for Voice and Aspect (e.g. with passives), or gradation (with synthetic comparatives), after category typing. The book is of interest to generative and comparative linguists, cognitivists, typologists, lexicographers, and students, teachers, and researchers of Arabic, or Semitic
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History of Printing Techniques in China
This book presents a systematic discussion of the history of Chinese printing technology, encompassing the origins and evolution of writing, the invention and refinement of papermaking techniques, and the emergence and progression of various printing techniques.
It meticulously examines related processes, including papermaking, woodblock printing, movable type printing, and mono-printing, alongside their respective impacts on printing itself. Furthermore, the book systematically explores the profound influence of Chinese printing technology on neighboring countries and its contribution to global culture since its inception. It serves not only as a history of printing but also as a concise narrative of the history of civilization.
By delving into the history of printing, readers are afforded insights into the intricate interplay between printing technology and various societal aspects, including the economy, legal systems, art, culture, and education, as well as its essential role in facilitating social advancement.
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