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Metaphor, Riddles, and the Origin of Language

About Metaphor, Riddles, and the Origin of Language

This book contributes to the debate surrounding the origin of language by demonstrating that riddles and myths can be examined as evidence of the emergence of conceptual metaphors, a prerequisite for the development of a complete language.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9781666918199
  • Binding:
  • Hardback
  • Pages:
  • 158
  • Published:
  • October 14, 2022
  • Dimensions:
  • 157x13x235 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 391 g.
Delivery: 2-4 weeks
Expected delivery: July 27, 2025

Description of Metaphor, Riddles, and the Origin of Language

This book contributes to the debate surrounding the origin of language by demonstrating that riddles and myths can be examined as evidence of the emergence of conceptual metaphors, a prerequisite for the development of a complete language.

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