History of Spanish Language ((4 Credits))

Catalog description

This study serves as an overview of the diachronic (across time) evolution of modern Spanish from spoken Latin. Data from phonetics/phonology and morpho-syntax will form the basis of study. Topics covered include the following: the development of Vulgar Latin and Proto-Romance, the Old Spanish phonological system, morpho-syntactic changes from Latin to Spanish, and the influence of contact languages on modern Spanish. Linguistic analysis of texts and processes of language change will also figure prominently. Prerequisites: Advanced Spanish This is course is an elective, and it is not a part of a sequence; it is highly recommended for students interested in Spanish linguistics. Advanced Knowledge of Spanish is required. Introduction to Linguistics is highly recommended.