Metaphor And Reality
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Author: Philip Wheelwright
Binding: Paperback
Published: A Midland Book (Indiana University Press)
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
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Metaphor And Reality by Philip Wheelwright presents a profound philosophical inquiry into the fundamental role of metaphor in human thought and language. This seminal work argues that metaphorical expression is not merely a decorative linguistic device but a crucial means by which we apprehend and construct reality itself. Wheelwright meticulously uncovers the intricate ways in which figurative language shapes our perceptions, understanding, and even our experience of the world. The text offers a rigorous and illuminating analysis, challenging conventional views on truth and representation while illustrating the deep connection between poetic insight and philosophical understanding. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the philosophy of language, literary theory, or the cognitive power of metaphor.
Author: Philip Wheelwright
Binding: Paperback
Published: A Midland Book (Indiana University Press)
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Metaphor And Reality by Philip Wheelwright presents a profound philosophical inquiry into the fundamental role of metaphor in human thought and language. This seminal work argues that metaphorical expression is not merely a decorative linguistic device but a crucial means by which we apprehend and construct reality itself. Wheelwright meticulously uncovers the intricate ways in which figurative language shapes our perceptions, understanding, and even our experience of the world. The text offers a rigorous and illuminating analysis, challenging conventional views on truth and representation while illustrating the deep connection between poetic insight and philosophical understanding. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the philosophy of language, literary theory, or the cognitive power of metaphor.