Vyvyan Evans
The Crucible of Language: How Language and Mind Create Meaning
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- ISBN 13:
- 9781107561038
- author:
- Vyvyan Evans
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 375
- Dimensions:
- 15.2 x 1.7 x 22.8 cm
- Genre:
- Society, Politics & Philosophy, Social Sciences, Linguistics
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Crucible of Language: How Language and Mind Create Meaning by Vyvyan Evans Meaning arises from our use of language in every interaction, from a hurtful comment to a well-crafted argument. In this book, Vyvyan Evans explores how we construct meaning through language, revealing the complex relationships between words, thoughts, and emotions. Evans argues that understanding these dynamics is crucial for effective communication, as it can have life-altering consequences. By examining the intricacies of linguistic meaning, he sheds light on one of the final frontiers in mapping the human mind.
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