Knowledge and Language: Volume I: From Orwell's Problem to Plato's Problem, Volume II: Lexical and Conceptual Structure

Knowledge and Language: Volume I: From Orwell's Problem to Plato's Problem, Volume II: Lexical and Conceptual Structure

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Jan 1, 1993 · English · Hardcover (284 pages)
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Format Hardcover
Pages 284
Language English
Published Jan 1, 1993
Publisher Springer
Edition 1
ISBN-10 0792317890
ISBN-13 9780792317890

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In a comprehensive exploration of the intricate relationship between knowledge and language, this work delves into the challenges posed by prominent thinkers like Orwell and Plato. The authors, Eric Reuland and Werner Abraham, engage with profound philosophical questions regarding the nature of meaning and how language shapes understanding. By dissecting the complexities of linguistic theory and knowledge representation, they aim to illuminate the ways in which language influences thought processes and societal structures.

As the narrative unfolds, readers are confronted with two central themes: the intricacies of lexical and conceptual structures, and the paradoxes that arise in language use. Through detailed analysis and engaging discourse, the authors offer insights that connect historical philosophical dilemmas to contemporary linguistic debates. Their work not only invites reflection on language as a vehicle of knowledge but also challenges the reader to reconsider the implications of communication in the realm of human understanding.

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Philosophy Psychology

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