This article offers an overview of the different types of metaphor and cognitive abilities that are required in metaphor comprehension. It does so in connection with the general psycholinguistic and prag- matic theories of metaphor, which are examined briefly. Attention is then turned to neuropragmatic functions and the brain in terms of anatomic structure and functioning. Finally, the article suggests some relevant areas for future research.
CANZIANI, T. (2010). Metaphor and Brain: A Neuropragmatic Overview. TEXTUS, COGNITION AND THE BRAIN IN LANGUAGE AND LINGISTICS(XXIII (3)), 737-762.
Metaphor and Brain: A Neuropragmatic Overview
CANZIANI, Tatiana
2010-01-01
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This article offers an overview of the different types of metaphor and cognitive abilities that are required in metaphor comprehension. It does so in connection with the general psycholinguistic and prag- matic theories of metaphor, which are examined briefly. Attention is then turned to neuropragmatic functions and the brain in terms of anatomic structure and functioning. Finally, the article suggests some relevant areas for future research.
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