描述
M.J. Cresswell delves into the complexities of language and meaning in this insightful exploration of discourse and its philosophical implications. By examining how everyday conversations often touch upon elusive concepts, he illuminates the perplexities that have long intrigued philosophers. This work challenges readers to ponder the nature of reality and how we reference it through language.
Cresswell's analysis invites a deeper understanding of the interplay between entities and the indices we use to denote them. Through careful examination, he reveals how human communication is not just about conveying information but also about grappling with the fundamental questions of existence and representation. This thought-provoking journey encourages readers to reflect on their own linguistic practices and the philosophical underpinnings of meaning in our lives.
Cresswell's analysis invites a deeper understanding of the interplay between entities and the indices we use to denote them. Through careful examination, he reveals how human communication is not just about conveying information but also about grappling with the fundamental questions of existence and representation. This thought-provoking journey encourages readers to reflect on their own linguistic practices and the philosophical underpinnings of meaning in our lives.
書籍詳情
格式
平裝書
頁數
288 頁
語言
英語
已出版
Oct 31, 1990
出版商
Springer
版本
2 個版本
ISBN-10
0792309677
ISBN-13
9780792309673