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Language As Social Action by Psychology Press is an interdisciplinary synthesis that examines how language functions as social action within psychological contexts. This integrative work draws together research from philosophy, linguistics, sociolinguistics, anthropology, social and cognitive psychology, pragmatics, and artificial intelligence to demonstrate the profound connection between language use and social life. The book explores speech act theory, indirect speech acts, and politeness conventions, revealing how understanding language requires grasping its inherently social dimension. By weaving together multiple research perspectives, the book clarifies how language mediates numerous aspects of social interaction and human communication. Essential for students and professionals in social psychology, linguistics, and related fields seeking to understand the dynamic relationship between language and society.

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Language As Social Action integrates research from philosophy, linguistics, sociolinguistics, anthropology, social psychology, cognitive psychology, pragmatics, and artificial intelligence into one comprehensive framework.

The book examines speech act theory and indirect speech acts as core mechanisms through which language operates as social action.

Explores politeness conventions and their role in shaping social interactions and communication outcomes.

Published by Psychology Press, this work serves as a vital resource for understanding how language mediates social life and human relationships.

Demonstrates the essential connection between language use and its social dimension across multiple academic disciplines.

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Release Date
01 July 2001
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16 February 2007

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