The meaning of an expression depends on its grammatical structure...
In this study of how syntax relates to meaning, Paul Pietroski defends the hyposthesis that combining expressions corresponds to predicate-conjunction and not function-application. Chapters cover a range of constructions involving causative and serial verbs, plural noun-phrases, and complementizer phrases. The book represents a lucid contribution to the field by a leader of the new generation of philosopher-linguists. *Author: Pietroski, Paul/ Pietroski, Paul M./ Pietroski, P. M. *Binding Type: Hardcover *Number of Pages: 276 *Publication Date: 2004/02/01 *Language: English *Dimensions: 9.21 x 6.14 x 0.69 inches
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