Originally published in 1973, this book shows that methods developed for the semantics of systems of formal logic can be successfully applied to problems about the semantics of natural languages; and, moreover, that such methods can take account of features of natural language which have often been thought incapable of formal treatment, such as vagueness, context dependence and metaphorical meaning. Parts 1 and 2 set out a class of formal languages and their semantics. Parts 3 and 4 show that these formal languages are ...
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Originally published in 1973, this book shows that methods developed for the semantics of systems of formal logic can be successfully applied to problems about the semantics of natural languages; and, moreover, that such methods can take account of features of natural language which have often been thought incapable of formal treatment, such as vagueness, context dependence and metaphorical meaning. Parts 1 and 2 set out a class of formal languages and their semantics. Parts 3 and 4 show that these formal languages are rich enought to be used in the precise description of natural languages. Appendices describe some of the concepts discussed in the text.
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Add this copy of Logics and Languages to cart. $16.00, good condition, Sold by BARNABY rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Oxford, OXFORDSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1973 by Methuen young books.
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Good Condition. Former academic library book, with library bookplate to front pastedown; ink stamps to endpapers and text block edges; spine bears call number in white ink. No dust jacket. Pages are free from notes or highlighting. Otherwise, a good used copy. 288 pp. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilo. Category: Philosophy; Language and languages--Philosophy; Semantics (Philosophy); Language and logic; ISBN: 0416769500. ISBN/EAN: 9780416769500. Add. Inventory No: 240913EXY0127203.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 550grams, ISBN: 0416769500.
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Very Good-in Very Good-dust jacket. -Great overall condition. Minor cosmetic wear. No noteworthy blemishes. No writing.; -We offer free returns for any reason and respond promptly to all inquiries. Your order will be packaged with care and ship on the same or next business day. Buy with confidence.
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Very Good in Very Good jacket. Size: 9x6x1; Hardcover in very good condition. The binding is tight, corners sharp. Softening to tail of spine. Dust jacket in a mylar cover has one corner crease. 273pp.
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