Linguistic Categorization: Prototypes in Linguistic Theory

by Carol R. Taylor and John R. Taylor

Book Overview

This book explores the far-reaching implications of Eleanor Rosch's seminal work on categorization and prototype theory, extending the application of prototype theory from lexical semantics to morphology, syntax, and phonology. Providing a clear and readable introduction to the field of cognitive linguistics, this acclaimed book has now been updated with a new chapter.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0198700121
• ISBN13: 9780198700128
• Release Date: December 1995
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 8.4" x 5.4"