“Our concepts structure what we perceive, how we get around in the world and how we relate to other people. Our conceptual system thus plays a central role in defining our everyday realities.”
Book:Metaphors We Live By
Quote by George Lakoff
Work
Metaphors We Live By
This book delves into the role of metaphors in language and thought, examining how they influence our perceptions and interactions with the world around us. more
Author
George Lakoff
George Lakoff, born on May 24, 1941, is an American cognitive linguist. His research focuses on the relationship between language and thought, and he has made significant contributions to the field of linguistics with his theories on cognitive linguistics. more
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