Cognitive grammar in stylistics: a practical guide

An engaging, accessible and practically-focused introduction to cognitive grammar, outlining how central principles of the field can be used in stylistic analyses.

Assuming no prior knowledge, the book leads students through the basics of cognitive grammar, outlining its place within the field of cognitive linguistics as a whole, providing clear explanations of key principles and concepts.

It then explains how these can be used to study a range of literary and non-literary texts.