This textbook is a clear and concise introduction to phonology that
assumes no prior knowledge and provides an overall view of the field
which can be covered within a year. It also does not confine itself to
any specific theoretical approach. Each chapter focuses on a particular
set of theoretical issues including segments, syllables, feet, and
phonological processing. Gussmann explores these areas using data drawn
from a variety of languages including English, Icelandic, Russian,
Irish, Finnish, Turkish, and others.