Despite the recent advances in the integration of lexical tone and intonation in phonological theory, all too often the study of  intonation and the study of lexical tone are viewed as belonging to different research traditions. This collection strengthens the integrated approach by studying tone and intonation within a common framework, and by tracing their interaction in specific prosodic systems. Some papers deal with the structural properties of lexical tone and intonation, while others focus on the historical development of prosodic systems.

Culture and Identity (Issues in Cultural and Media Studies)

Where does our sense of identity and belonging come from? How does culture produce and challenge identities?

Identity and Culture looks at how different cultural narratives and practices work to constitute identity for individuals and groups in multi-ethnic,postcolonial societies.

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