This volume provides a new understanding of the role and structure of viewpoint in cognition and communication. Editor(s): Dancygier, Barbara; Sweetser, Eve. Series: Cambridge Studies in Cognitive Linguistics. Num Pages: 254 pages, 52 b/w illus. BIC Classification: CFG; JMR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 237 x 158 x 20. Weight in Grams: 568. . 2012. hardcover. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Seller Inventory # V9781107017832

Contact seller

Report this item

Bibliographic Details

Title: Viewpoint in Language: A Multimodal Perspective (Cambridge Studies in Cognitive Linguistics)
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Publication Date: 2012
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1107017831
ISBN 13: 9781107017832
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: New

About this title

Synopsis

What makes us talk about viewpoint and perspective in linguistic analyses and in literary texts, as well as in landscape art? Is this shared vocabulary marking real connections between the disparate phenomena? This volume argues that human cognition is not only rooted in the human body, but also inherently 'viewpointed' as a result; consequently, so are language and communication. Dancygier and Sweetser bring together researchers who do not typically meet on common ground: analysts of narrative and literary style, linguists examining the uses of grammatical forms in signed and spoken languages, and analysts of gesture accompanying speech. Using models developed within cognitive linguistics, the book uncovers surprising functional similarities across various communicative forms, arguing for specific cognitive underpinnings of such correlations. What emerges is a new understanding of the role and structure of viewpoint and a groundbreaking methodology for investigating communicative choices across various modalities and discourse contexts.

About the Authors

Barbara Dancygier is a Professor in the Department of English at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver.

Eve Sweetser is a Professor in the Department of Linguistics at the University of California, Berkeley.

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Store Description

We carry a comprehensive range of out of print and rare books.

Visit Seller's Storefront

Seller's business information

Kennys Bookshops and Art Galleries Limited
Liosban Industrial Estate, Tuam Road, Galway, GY, Ireland

Sale & Shipping Terms

Terms of Sale

We guarantee the condition of every book as it's described on the Abebooks websites.

If you're dissatisfied with your purchase (Incorrect Book/Not as Described/Damaged) or if the order hasn't arrived, you're eligible for a refund within 30 days of the estimated delivery date.

For any queries please use the contact seller link or send an email to books@kennys.ie

Conor Kenny

Shipping Terms

All books securely packaged. Some books ship from Ireland.

Shipping rates within U.S.A.

Shipping rates within U.S.A.
Order quantity	14 to 20 business days	13 to 14 business days
First item	US$ 10.50	US$ 21.00

Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.