Vyvyan Evans is a leading linguist whose work delves into cognitive linguistics and its impact on our understanding of language. He investigates how our perceptions of space and time shape our thoughts and expressions. Evans explores lexical and compositional semantics, as well as figurative language and abstract cognition. He is also the architect behind the influential Theory of Lexical Concepts and Cognitive Models.
Exploring the power of language, this genre-blending dystopian Sci-Fi mystery-thriller delves into the idea that those who manipulate language hold ultimate control. The narrative challenges readers to reconsider their understanding of communication and its implications in society, intertwining suspense with thought-provoking themes.
The Emoji Code shows that, far from signalling the death knell of language, emoji works alongside the same structures that language has used for millennia and enriches our ability to communicate with one another - making us all better communicators.
Exploring the intersection of language and cognition, the book delves into how we articulate and understand events in relation to time. Vyvyan Evans examines the linguistic tools and conceptual frameworks that shape our perception of temporal experiences, offering insights into the intricate relationship between language and thought. Through this analysis, readers gain a deeper understanding of the mechanisms behind our temporal references and the implications for communication and comprehension.
In The Crucible of Language, Vyvyan Evans explains what we know, and what we do, when we communicate using language.
Drawing on cutting-edge research, Evans presents an alternative to the received wisdom, showing how language and the mind really work.
Lexical Concepts, Cognitive Models, and Meaning Construction
The book presents a comprehensive framework for analyzing meaning, emphasizing both descriptive adequacy and psychological plausibility. It tackles contemporary challenges in lexical semantics, including polysemy, figurative language, and the semantics of time and space, offering insights into how meaning is constructed and understood.
Spatial Scenes, Embodied Meaning, and Cognition
This book offers an in-depth theoretical examination of the semantics associated with English prepositions. It explores the meanings and functions of these linguistic elements, providing insights into their usage and the nuances of their interpretations within the English language. Through detailed analysis, it aims to enhance the understanding of prepositional semantics, making it a valuable resource for linguists and language enthusiasts alike.
An authoritative general introduction to cognitive linguistics, this book provides up-to-date coverage of all areas of the field and sets in context recent developments within cognitive semantics and cognitive approaches to grammar.