Metaphor - 9781107022546

A summary, critique and comparison of the most important theories on how metaphors are used and understood, drawing on research from linguistics, psychology and other disciplines. Written in a non-technical style, the book includes clear definitions, examples, discussion questions and a glossary, making it ideal for graduate-level seminars.

• | By (Author): L. David (Portland State University) Ritchie
• | Series: Key Topics in Semantics and Pragmatics
• | Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• | Publication Date: Jan 10, 2013
• | Country of Publication: United Kingdom
• | Number of Pages: 242 pages
• | Language: Not available
• | Binding: Hardback
• | ISBN-10: 0007233485
• | ISBN-13: 9781107022546