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This Means This, This Means That: A User's Guide to Semiotics - Softcover

Hall, Sean

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9781856697354: This Means This, This Means That: A User's Guide to Semiotics
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ISBN 10: 1856697355 ISBN 13: 9781856697354
Publisher: Laurence King Publishing, 2012

Synopsis

Semiotics is the theory of signs, and reading signs is a part of everyday life: from road signs that point to a destination, to smoke that warns of fire, to the symbols buried within art and literature. Semiotic theory can, however, seem mysterious and impenetrable. This introductory book decodes that mystery using visual examples instead of abstract theory. Read straight through or dipped into regularly, this book provides practical examples of how meaning is made in contemporary culture.

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About the Author

Sean Hall is Deputy Head of Department and Leader in Contextual Studies in the Department of Design at Goldsmiths College, University of London. He was formerly a lecturer in Philosophy at Balliol College, Oxford. As a practicing artist, he has exhibited at the V&A, the Royal Academy, and the Whitechapel Gallery.

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Publisher
Laurence King Publishing
Publication date
2012
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1856697355
ISBN 13 
9781856697354
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
2
Number of pages
192
Rating
  • 3.85 out of 5 stars
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