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Focusing on the interplay between spoken and written language, this collection of thirteen lectures offers a profound exploration of storytelling, mythology, and oral culture. Robert Bringhurst emphasizes "ecological linguistics," highlighting the significance of Native American art and storytelling in understanding poetry and literature. His work advocates for a broader, more inclusive definition of literature that embraces diverse cultural expressions, making it a compelling study for those interested in language and its cultural roots.
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The tree of meaning, Robert Bringhurst
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- Released
- 2006
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- Title
- The tree of meaning
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Robert Bringhurst
- Publisher
- Gaspereau Press
- Released
- 2006
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 329
- ISBN10
- 1554470242
- ISBN13
- 9781554470242
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Art & Culture, True Stories, Nature, Philosophical Topics, Opinion Journalism & Essays, Design, Linguistics
- Rating
- 4.3 out of 5
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- Focusing on the interplay between spoken and written language, this collection of thirteen lectures offers a profound exploration of storytelling, mythology, and oral culture. Robert Bringhurst emphasizes "ecological linguistics," highlighting the significance of Native American art and storytelling in understanding poetry and literature. His work advocates for a broader, more inclusive definition of literature that embraces diverse cultural expressions, making it a compelling study for those interested in language and its cultural roots.