The papers in this volume are concerned with the question of how a speaker’s intended referent is interpreted by the addressee. Topics include the interpretat

Reference is a central topic in philosophy of language. This book sets out a new approach to the concept, which promises to bring to an end some long-standing d

This handbook presents an overview of the phenomenon of reference - the ability to refer to and pick out entities - which is an essential part of human language

A relevance-theoretic account of reference, with a focus on its role in creating stylistic, attitudinal and emotional effects.

This book offers a fresh approach to Paul's gospel. Applying linguistic discourse analysis to Romans 1:16-8:39, it helps the reader to gain a comprehensive unde