Language, Thought, And Reality by Benjamin Lee Whorf
Selected Writings of Benjamin Lee Whorf
This seminal work explores the intricate relationship between language, cognition, and perception, proposing that the structure of a language influences its speakers' worldview and cognitive processes. Through a series of essays and studies, it delves into the concept of linguistic relativity, suggesting that different languages shape distinct ways of thinking and understanding reality. The book challenges the notion of a universal cognitive framework, highlighting the diversity of human thought as shaped by linguistic differences, and invites readers to reconsider the profound impact language has on our perception of the world.
The 7845th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1956
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 240-270
- Original Language
- English
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- "Our Readable Century", The Best Books of the 20th Century -- Honorable Mention ( January Magazine)