Portner, Paul

Semantics - Sentence and Information Structure (Mouton Reader)

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ISBN 13:
9783110587227
author:
Portner, Paul
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
Walter de Gruyter
language:
English
Publication Year:
2019
Pages:
554
Dimensions:
23 x 15.5 centimetres (0.83 kg)
Genre:
Arts & Photography, Language Arts, Linguistics,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£31.18

Description

This comprehensive collection of research articles explores the core concepts of sentential semantics, including tense, modality, and scope. Leading experts in their fields examine questions, imperatives, copular clauses, and existential sentences, shedding light on central concepts in information structure and discourse structure.

The book delves into essential topics such as sentence types, topics, cohesion, coherence, accessibility, and discourse particles, providing a deeper understanding of complex sentences and meaning in discourse. With its highly cited material, this volume is an invaluable resource for scholars and researchers seeking to advance their knowledge in the field of semantics.

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