Description: Understanding Semantics (Understanding Language) by Sebastian Loebner : 2nd Edition Understanding Semantics, Second Edition by Sebastian Löbner is a comprehensive and approachable introduction to the intricate world of linguistic semantics. Ideal for undergraduate students, this book provides a clear and systematic exploration of the core phenomena and concepts in semantics, offering a deep dive into how meaning is constructed, interpreted, and communicated through language.The book is divided into two main parts: Core Concepts of Semantics: The first section walks readers through the essential aspects of semantics, from the basics of meaning and context to more advanced topics such as logical relations, ambiguity, and the semantics of nouns, verbs, and sentences. The step-by-step approach makes complex ideas accessible to those new to the subject. Theoretical Approaches to Meaning: The second section introduces the foundational theories that shape our understanding of meaning—structuralism, cognitive semantics, and formal semantics. It provides a critical overview, equipping students with the tools to analyze and compare different perspectives.Key Features:Mentalist Perspective: A consistent focus on the mentalist view of meaning, which considers semantics as a reflection of human cognitive processes.Broad Coverage: Expanded content that includes new chapters on deixis, NP semantics, presuppositions, verb semantics, and frames, offering a well-rounded understanding of lexical and sentence semantics.Multilingual Examples: Illustrations and examples from a variety of languages, including German, Japanese, Spanish, and Russian, provide a global perspective on semantics.Practical Exercises: Exercises based on real linguistic data help reinforce learning and encourage hands-on exploration of the topics covered.Companion Website: Access to additional resources such as figures, tables, an online dictionary, and exercise answers, available at Routledge's companion website.This fully revised edition is not just a textbook but a valuable resource for anyone seeking to gain a deeper understanding of how meaning works in language. Sebastian Löbner, a respected professor at the University of Düsseldorf, brings his extensive expertise in linguistics to this engaging and essential guide for students of semantics.
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Book Title: Understanding Semantics
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Number of Pages: 380 Pages
Language: English
Publication Name: Understanding Semantics
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Group
Subject: Linguistics / Semantics, General, Linguistics / General
Item Height: 0.9 in
Publication Year: 2013
Features: New Edition
Item Weight: 20.5 Oz
Type: Textbook
Author: Sebastian Loebner
Subject Area: Language Arts & Disciplines
Item Length: 9.1 in
Item Width: 6.1 in
Series: Understanding Language Ser.
Format: Trade Paperback
