The Symbol Theory
Author | : Norbert Elias |
Publisher | : SAGE Publications Limited |
Total Pages | : 180 |
Release | : 1991-09-06 |
ISBN-10 | : UCSC:32106011514889 |
ISBN-13 | : |
Rating | : 4/5 (89 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Symbol Theory written by Norbert Elias and published by SAGE Publications Limited. This book was released on 1991-09-06 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Symbol Theory draws together three central themes. At the first level the book is concerned with symbols in relation to language, knowing and thinking. Secondly, Elias stresses that symbols are tangible sound-patterns of human communication. Finally, the book addresses theoretical issues about the ontological status of knowledge.