Author : Raymond W. Gibbs
Release : 2017-05-04
Genre : Language Arts & Disciplines
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 143/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Metaphor Wars by : Raymond W. Gibbs
Download or read book Metaphor Wars written by Raymond W. Gibbs. This book was released on 2017-05-04. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The study of metaphor is now firmly established as a central topic within cognitive science and the humanities. This book explores the critical role that conceptual metaphors play in language, thought, cultural and expressive actions. It evaluates the arguments and evidence for and against conceptual metaphors across academic disciplines.