Metaphor

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author Ritchie, L. David, 1943- (Author)
Format Book
LanguageEnglish
Published Cambridge ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 2013.
SeriesKey topics in semantics and pragmatics
Subjects
ISBN9781107022546
978-1-107-60666-1
Physical Descriptionix, 230 s. : il. ; 22 cm

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Table of Contents:
  • Introduction
  • Understanding metaphors: Substitution and Property Attribution Theories Categorization and Relevance
  • Conceptual Metaphors
  • Perceptual Simulation
  • Metaphors and framing effects
  • Language Play: Metaphors, stories, and Humor
  • Metaphors in Conversation
  • Metaphors in Politics
  • Metaphors in Literature
  • Closing reflections