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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
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Figurative Language Its Origin and Constitution Classic Reprint
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Figurative Language: Its Origin and Constitution
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Figurative Language: Its Origin And Constitution (1851)
Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2008
ISBN 10: 1436846668 ISBN 13: 9781436846660
Language: English
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Figurative Language, Its Origin and Constitution (Classic Reprint)
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Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Good condition hardcover book. Minor shelf wear to patterned green cloth boards, with gilt titles and bevelled edges. A tan to the page edges. Binding structurally sound. Contents clear and bright throughout. A lovely example.
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Figurative Language: Its Origin and Constitution
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Figurative Language, Its Origin and Constitution (Classic Reprint)
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Figurative Language: Its Origin and Constitution
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Figurative Language: Its Origin and Constitution
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the captivating origins of language, exploring the long-debated question of whether it was a divine gift or a human invention. The author challenges the popular belief that language was directly bestowed upon humans, presenting a compelling argument for its development through a process of natural evolution. Drawing on the principles of correspondence and etymology, the book argues that the elements of language were derived from the sounds of nature, including the sounds produced by animals, the environment, and the human voice itself. The author proposes that early humans, in their quest to communicate, intuitively imitated these sounds, gradually refining them into meaningful words. The book then explores the intricate relationship between language and human thought, examining how the correspondence between physical objects and abstract concepts shapes our understanding of the world. It further delves into the rich tapestry of figurative language, highlighting how metaphors and symbolism are woven into the very fabric of human expression. Through a blend of historical analysis, philosophical insight, and insightful observations on the power of language, the author provides a unique perspective on the evolution of human communication, revealing the deep connection between words, thoughts, and the natural world. 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.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book sets out to prove that language, far from being divinely bestowed, is an invention of mankind. It argues that man constructed language by imitating nature, demonstrating how the roots of words imitate natural sounds â" like the Latin root âmittoâ meaning to send, which also imitates the sound of something being thrown. The author also sheds light on how these roots were then used to create words for emotions and abstract ideas, by drawing on the natural harmony between the material and spiritual worlds. This book is important because it gives us a deeper understanding of the origins of language and the power of the human mind to create. 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.
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Figurative Language : Its Origin and Constitution
Published by Creative Media Partners, LLC Jul 2023, 2023
ISBN 10: 1021717991 ISBN 13: 9781021717993
Language: English
Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware.
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Figurative Language : Its Origin and Constitution
Published by Creative Media Partners, LLC Jul 2023, 2023
ISBN 10: 1020063343 ISBN 13: 9781020063343
Language: English
Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This book provides a historical and analytical exploration of figurative language, including its origins, development, and function. Grindon examines the role of figurative language in literature, philosophy, and culture, offering insights into its complex and multifaceted nature. Readers interested in linguistics and literary studies will find this book to be a fascinating and informative read.
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Figurative language : its origin and constitution / by Leo H. Grindon 1879 [LeatherBound]
Publication Date: 2025
Language: English
Leatherbound. Condition: NEW. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 338. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1879 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English Pages: 338.
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Figurative Language: Its Origin and Constitution
Seller: THE SAINT BOOKSTORE, Southport, United Kingdom
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Figurative Language: Its Origin and Constitution (1851)
Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2010
ISBN 10: 1164645544 ISBN 13: 9781164645542
Language: English
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Figurative language, its origin and constitution
Seller: BuchWeltWeit Ludwig Meier e.K., Bergisch Gladbach, Germany
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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Figurative language, its origin and constitution is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1879.Hans Elektronisches Buch is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hans Elektronisches Buch newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future. 316 pp. Englisch.
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Figurative Language Its Origin and Constitution 1851 [LeatherBound]
Publication Date: 2025
LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1851 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 257 NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 257.
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Figurative Language: Its Origin and Constitution 1851 [LeatherBound]
Publication Date: 2025
LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1851 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 209 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 209 Language: English.
