Introduces the theory of metrical phonology, one of the most exciting recent developments in linguistic theory.

1. Segmental approaches to stress; 2. Segments and syllables; 3. Metrical phonology: the basic concepts; 4. The phonology of rhythm (1): introduction to the metrical grid; 5. The phonology of rhythm (2): 'grid-only' metrical phonology; 6. The phonology of rhythm (3): 'tree-only' metrical phonology; Bibliography; Index.