cognitive linguistics
cognitive linguistics on Spoot baby... spooooooot!: a running collection of 2 stories we have gathered and hand-picked because they are worth your time. Every post here touches on cognitive linguistics in some way — the news, the analysis, the deep dives, and the occasional surprise find. # Spoot. New stories are added to this page as we find them, so check back if you want to keep up with what is happening around cognitive linguistics, or subscribe to the RSS feed to get them as soon as they are published. Browse the collection below, or head back to the homepage to see everything Spoot baby... spooooooot! is covering right now.
The Language Puzzle.
In "The Language Puzzle: How We Talked Our Way Out of the Stone Age," British archaeologist Steven Mithen (/maɪðən/) invites readers into a captivating exploration of the evolution of human communication. Published to critical acclaim, this book delves into the intricate relationship between language and the development of our species, suggesting that our ability to communicate complex ideas played a crucial role in our survival and adaptation. Mithen weaves together archaeology, linguistics, and cognitive science, presenting a compelling narrative that challenges conventional notions about the origins of language. Recently reviewed by Francis Gooding in the London Review of Books, this work offers a fresh perspective on how the evolution of speech transformed our social structures and cognitive abilities.
SPATIAL CODE AND CULTURAL GESTALT IN THE MEDIA FRAMING OF BUSINESS DISCOURSE: A COMPARATIVE STUDY
In "Spatial Code and Cultural Gestalt in the Media Framing of Business Discourse: A Comparative Study," the authors delve into the intricate interplay between spatial codes and cultural nuances in business communication across English, Russian, and Uzbek contexts. This research highlights how linguistic representations of space—reflecting cognitive and cultural identities—can lead to misunderstandings in global business interactions.