This book takes an in-depth look at the tradition of solving puzzles and considers the psychological cause and effect of the ‘Aha moment’: that familiar flash of sudden insight. Everyone loves a good puzzle, but why is this so?
In this user-friendly dictionary of popular culture, over 800 A-to-Z entries provide historical information, definitions, and brief commentaries about the theories,... Læs mere
Many attack pop culture as a crude 'sexual' and 'celebrity-based' culture that is purportedly bringing about the end of moral values. Renowned semiotician Marcel Danesi adds his signature insight to the debate by delving deep into pop culture through a consideration of symbols.
Many attack pop culture as a crude 'sexual' and 'celebrity-based' culture that is purportedly bringing about the end of moral values. Renowned semiotician Marcel Danesi adds his signature insight to the debate by delving deep into pop culture through a consideration of symbols.
This book uses blending theory in math cognition, and assesses the main aspect of this theory, called image schema theory.
This book gives a general overview of Artificial Intelligence as it is impacting on the world of the arts and culture. No comprehensive treatment... Læs mere
Positioning youth culture as a 20th century social experiment that is coming to an end, Marcel Danesi discusses the various... Læs mere
Provides a concrete method for studying the relation between language and society. Written in Danesi's accessible and engaging style,... Læs mere