Exploring Passivization: Cross-Linguistic Insights and Methodological Challenges

This volume offers a comprehensive exploration of passivization through diverse languages and methodological lenses. Divided into three parts, it examines the grammar and evolution of passive constructions, their emergence from lesser-known sources, and their relationship to related structures. With insights from Indo-European, Austronesian, and beyond, it reveals the complexity, diversity, and typological significance of passives.