John Langshaw Austin
1 book
About the Author
John Langshaw Austin was a distinguished philosopher whose work profoundly shaped the study of language and meaning. Best known for developing speech act theory, he examined how words perform actions and convey intent in everyday communication. His lectures and writings continue to influence fields ranging from linguistics to literary theory, offering readers a rigorous yet accessible exploration of how language functions in real-world contexts.
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