本の詳細
形式
ペーパーバック
ページ数
210
言語
英語
公開されました
Mar 1, 1999
出版社
Center for the Study of Language and Inf
ISBN-10
1575861623
ISBN-13
9781575861623
説明
In this insightful study, the authors delve into the fascinating world of color terminology, exploring how different cultures perceive and categorize colors. Beginning with research initiated in the winter of 1967, the narrative unfolds a rich tapestry of linguistic evolution and universality in color terms across diverse societies.
The authors meticulously examine the relationship between language, culture, and perception, shedding light on how basic color terms emerge and evolve over time. This exploration reveals not only the intricacies of language but also the fundamental cognitive processes behind how humans interpret color within their environmental contexts.
Ultimately, their analysis provides a compelling framework for understanding the shared characteristics and variations in color terminology, driving home the idea that color is not just a sensory experience but a conceptual one deeply rooted in human experience and linguistic expression. Through their research, they invite readers to reflect on the profound connections between language and perception in the context of color.
The authors meticulously examine the relationship between language, culture, and perception, shedding light on how basic color terms emerge and evolve over time. This exploration reveals not only the intricacies of language but also the fundamental cognitive processes behind how humans interpret color within their environmental contexts.
Ultimately, their analysis provides a compelling framework for understanding the shared characteristics and variations in color terminology, driving home the idea that color is not just a sensory experience but a conceptual one deeply rooted in human experience and linguistic expression. Through their research, they invite readers to reflect on the profound connections between language and perception in the context of color.