Pragmatics in English : An Introduction Paperback / softback
by Kate (Kingston University, London) Scott
Part of the Cambridge Introductions to the English Language series
Paperback / softback
Description
Pragmatics – the study of language in context, and of how we understand what other people say – is a core subject in English language, linguistics, and communication studies.
This textbook introduces the key topics in this fast-moving field, including metaphor, irony, politeness, disambiguation, and reference assignment.
It walks the reader through the essential theories in pragmatics, including Grice, relevance theory, speech act theory, and politeness theory.
Each chapter includes a range of illustrative examples, guiding readers from the basic principles to a thorough understanding of the topics.
A dedicated chapter examines how research is conducted in pragmatics, providing students with resources and ideas for developing their own projects.
Featuring exercises, a comprehensive glossary, and suggestions for further reading, this book is accessible to beginner undergraduates, including those with no prior knowledge of linguistics.
It is an essential resource for courses in English language, English studies, and linguistics.
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- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:250 pages, Worked examples or Exercises
- Publisher:Cambridge University Press
- Publication Date:29/12/2022
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- ISBN:9781108799102
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Only a few left - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:250 pages, Worked examples or Exercises
- Publisher:Cambridge University Press
- Publication Date:29/12/2022
- Category:
- ISBN:9781108799102
