by George Yule (Author), George Yule (Author), H. G. Widdowson (Series Editor)
This is an introduction to pragmatics, the study of how people make sense of each other linguistically. The author explains, and illustrates, basic concepts such as the co-operative principle, deixis, and speech acts, providing a clear, concise foundation for further study.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 152
Publisher: OUP Oxford
Published: 06 Jun 1996
ISBN 10: 0194372073
ISBN 13: 9780194372077
Book Overview: Explains, and illustrates, basic concepts such as the co-operative principle, deixis, and speech acts. By George Yule. Part of the Oxford Introductions to Language Study series.