The Handbook of Pragmatics

The Handbook of Pragmatics
Author :
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages : 864
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9780470756713
ISBN-13 : 0470756713
Rating : 4/5 (713 Downloads)

Book Synopsis The Handbook of Pragmatics by : Laurence Horn

Download or read book The Handbook of Pragmatics written by Laurence Horn and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-04-15 with total page 864 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Handbook of Pragmatics is a collection of newly commissioned articles that provide an authoritative and accessible introduction to the field, including an overview of the foundations of pragmatic theory and a detailed examination of the rich and varied theoretical and empirical subdomains of pragmatics. Contains 32 newly commissioned articles that outline the central themes and challenges for current research in the field of linguistic pragmatics. Provides authoritative and accessible introduction to the field and a detailed examination of the varied theoretical and empirical subdomains of pragmatics. Includes extensive bibliography that serves as a research tool for those working in pragmatics and allied fields in linguistics, philosophy, and cognitive science. Valuable resource for both students and professional researchers investigating the properties of meaning, reference, and context in natural language.


The Handbook of Pragmatics Related Books