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Kemmer, Suzanne – 1986
An analysis of the evolution of reflexive verbs focuses on reflexive to middle voice development in two-form middle systems, which include Russian, Old Norse, Turkish, and Hungarian. The diachronic processes associated with these systems are examined. The changes in the languages over time represent a gradual change in the semantics of the…
Descriptors: Contrastive Linguistics, Diachronic Linguistics, Form Classes (Languages), Grammar
