The book is an investigation of the semantics of numericals, counting and measuring, and its connection to the mass/count distinction from a theoretical and crosslinguistic perspective. It reviews some recent major linguistic results in these topics, and presents the author's new research including in- depth case studies of a number of typologically unrelated languages.
Key Topics in Semantics and Pragmatics Series
This series delves into the foundational topics of semantic and pragmatic theory. Each volume offers accessible yet challenging explorations of key issues in understanding natural languages. Leading experts re-examine long-standing concepts in light of recent advancements and introduce emerging areas of study. The books are ideal resources for students and scholars seeking a deeper grasp of linguistic meaning and its contextual application.
Irony
- 178 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Ideal for advanced students and individual researchers in semantics and pragmatics, as well as related fields such as philosophy. It provides a non- specialized audience with the understanding of what irony is and its numerous manifestations. To specialized readers, its analysis of irony offers a deeper understanding and clarification of this form of human communication.