[en] This presentation focusses on the use of metaphors, mainly by politicians, during the pandemic. More precisely, its aim is to show how metaphors are much more than a mere linguistic tool, and that using certain metaphors can have consequences on a cognitive and communicative level.
Disciplines :
Political science, public administration & international relations Languages & linguistics
Author, co-author :
Heyvaert, Pauline ; Université de Liège - ULiège > Département de langues modernes : ling., litt. et trad. > Département de langues modernes : ling., litt. et trad.
Language :
English
Title :
Symphonies, houses on fire, wars and Harry Potter: COVID-19 and the importance of choosing metaphors
Publication date :
28 April 2020
Event name :
Cours de 'Language, Logic & Politics'
Event organizer :
Université catholique de Louvain (sur invitation du prof. Min Reuchamps dans le cadre de son cours)
