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Higginbotham, James; Pianesi, Fabio; Varzi, Achille

 
9780195128079: Speaking of Events

Synopsis

The view that an adequate semantics of natural language calls for some theory of events has been a focus of considerable debate among linguists and philosophers. This book offers a vivid and up-to-date indication of this debate, with contributions by leading experts. A comprehensive introductory essay is included.

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Speaking of Events is one of the finest books ever written in the area of linguistics (Linguistics)

This is a most instructive book ... worth reading. It addresses many interesting problems and the solutions are generally impressive. For those who are intellectually curious, this is very good nourishment for the mind! (Linguistics)

Présentation de l'éditeur

The view that an adequate semantics of natural language calls for some theory of events has been a focus of considerable debate among linguists and philosophers. This book offers a vivid and up-to-date indication of this debate, with contributions by leading experts. A comprehensive introductory essay is included.

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