Excerpt from Why Metaphors Matter: Understanding the Power of Implicit Comparison and Its Uses Within the Marine Corps
Readers of this text should come away with several things. They will certainly gain a tter appreciation for the value of effective communication, and in particular, the impact that tplicit comparison may have on an audience. The publication takes ''a historical look at how the arine Corps has used the metaphor in such fimdamental areas as the application of doctrine or 3 exercise of leadership. The intent of this writing is to enhance our ability to communicate, alyze, and adapt all worthy goals in today''s uncertain world.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the power of metaphors, not just as literary devices, but as fundamental building blocks of human thought and communication. Drawing on historical and contemporary examples, the author explores how metaphors shape our understanding of the world, from the language of science to the rhetoric of leadership. We discover how metaphors can be used to convey complex ideas with striking efficiency, evoke powerful emotions, and even influence our perceptions of reality. This exploration goes beyond the familiar examples of metaphors in poetry and literature, revealing their pervasive presence in everyday speech and visual media. The author demonstrates how metaphors, often operating beneath the surface of our awareness, play a crucial role in shaping our thoughts, actions, and interactions with others. Ultimately, this book illuminates the profound significance of metaphors in our lives, equipping us with the ability to use them more effectively and understand their influence on our understanding of the world around us. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282461171_0
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