This is the first textbook on the linguistic relativity hypothesis,
presenting it in user-friendly language, yet analyzing all its
premises in systematic ways. The hypothesis claims that there is an
intrinsic interconnection between thought, language, and society. All
technical terms are explained and a glossary is provided at the back
of the volume. The book looks at the history and different versions of
the hypothesis over the centuries, including the research paradigms
and critiques that it has generated. It also describes and analyzes
the relevant research designed to test its validity in various domains
of language structure and use, from grammar and discourse to
artificial languages and in nonverbal semiotic systems as well.
Overall, this book aims to present a comprehensive overview of the
hypothesis and its supporting research in a textbook fashion, with
pedagogical activities in each chapter, including questions for
discussion and practical exercises on specific notions associated with
the hypothesis. The book also discusses the hypothesis as a
foundational notion for the establishment of linguistic anthropology
as a major branch of linguistics. This essential course text inspires
creative, informed dialogue and debate for students of
anthropology,linguistics, cultural studies, cognitive science, and
psychology.
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ISBN
9781000318166
Publisert
2020
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Routledge
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Engelsk
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Digital bok
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