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Philosophy in the Flesh: The Embodied Mind and Its Challenge to Western Thought

This book delves into the concept of the embodied mind, examining how our physical experiences shape our philosophical understanding and challenge traditional Western thought. more

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George Lakoff
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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