Events and Semantic Architecture
Author(s): Paul M. Pietroski (Author)
- Publisher: Oxford University Press
- Publication Date: September 28, 2006
- Edition: 1st
- Language: English
- Print length: 276 pages
- ISBN-10: 0199244316
- ISBN-13: 9780199244317
Book Description
In this study of how syntax relates to meaning, Paul Pietroski defends the hyposthesis that combining expressions corresponds to predicate-conjunction and not function-application. Chapters cover a range of constructions involving causative and serial verbs, plural noun-phrases, and complementizer phrases. The book represents a lucid contribution to the field by a leader of the new generation of philosopher-linguists.
Editorial Reviews
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"Conjunctivism is an attractive and interesting view--a solid understanding of it will surely be mandatory for anyone interested in the rigorous study of meaning in human languages. Pietroski addresses head on some of the really difficult issues."--Notre Dame Philosophical Review
Review
"Conjunctivism is an attractive and interesting view--a solid understanding of it will surely be mandatory for anyone interested in the rigorous study of meaning in human languages. Pietroski addresses head on some of the really difficult issues."--Notre Dame Philosophical Review
About the Author
Paul M. Pietroski is Professor of Philosophy and Professor of Linguistics at the University of Maryland. He is the author of Causing Actions (OUP 2000; paperback edition 2002) and many articles concerning the semantics of natural language.
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