Written in Spanish, this introduction to Spanish linguistics covers the structure, history and dialects of the Spanish language. It is designed primarily as a textbook for students pursuing studies in Spanish language and literature at North American institutions, either at the advanced undergraduate or at the beginning graduate level. Nevertheless, this book will also be useful to students in other instructional settings. An introductory chapter examines the goals and methods of linguistics Chapters on Spanish phonetics and phonology, Spanish morphology and Spanish syntax Also explores the history of the Spanish language and linguistic variation in the Spanish-speaking world in two further chapters Clear and accessible with exercises accompanying each chapter Will provide students with a solid foundation for pursuing further study in Spanish or general linguistics