Radical Construction Grammar: Syntactic Theory in Typological Perspective (Oxford linguistics)
`Review from previous edition There is no doubt that this book is a landmark in linguistic theory. It is an outstanding work by a brilliant intellect in which Croft demonstrates the depth of his linguistic knowledge and above all vision. It will constitute a source of inspiration for much future linguistic theorizing.' Anna Siewierska, Professor of Linguistics, University of Lancaster`Radical Construction Grammar is an important work that is bound to elicit strong reactions, for it questions basic tenets of linguistic research. Croft argues persuasively that much research on universals suffers from methodological flaws: there are language universals, but linguists have been trying to characterize them at the wrong level of description . . . Because the arguments are presented in great detail and illustrated with fascinating examples, the book's controversial claims cannot be dismissed lightly. I look forward to the discussion it will provoke.' Tom Wasow, Professor of Linguistics and Philosophy, Stanford University`Croft's Radical Construction Grammar is a welcome contribution bearing on an issue of basic importance to linguistic theory:  the nature and status of grammatical categories. His innovative examination of this question from a functionalist and typological perspective refocuses the debate in a fundamental way.  It deserves to be seriously considered by all linguists regardless of their theoretical orientation.' Ronald W. Langacker, University of California, San Diego