Jan Křivský

Master's thesis

Figures of Speech and Their Application in Political Speeches

Figures of Speech and Their Application in Political Speeches
Abstract:
This diploma paper deals with figurative language in public speeches, namely metaphors. The theoretical part defines figurative language and both historical overview and categorization of metaphors. It also sums up what role metaphors play in our lives. The focus of this part are conceptual metaphors. In the practical part, the theory is applied to recent inauguration addresses of US presidents. Metaphors …more
Abstract:
Tato diplomová práce se zabývá řečovými figurami v mluvených projevech, konkrétně metaforami. V teoretické části práce jsou definovány řečové figury a důraz je kladen na metafory, historické interpretace tohoto pojmu a rozdělení do kategorií. V první části je také krátce zmíněno, jakou roli hrají metafory v našem životě. Největší prostor je vymezen pojmu konceptuální metafora. V praktické části je …more
 
 
Language used: English
Date on which the thesis was submitted / produced: 31. 3. 2011

Thesis defence

  • Date of defence: 2. 6. 2011
  • Supervisor: PhDr. Petra Huschová, Ph.D.

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Křivský, Jan. Figures of Speech and Their Application in Political Speeches. Pardubice, 2011. diplomová práce (Mgr.). Univerzita Pardubice. Fakulta filozofická

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University of Pardubice

Faculty of Arts and Philosophy

Master programme / field:
Teacher Education for Lower Secondary Schools / English Language Teacher Education