政治话语中隐喻连贯的认知研究——以美国总统演讲为例.pdf

A Cognitive Study of Metaphorical Coherence in Political Discourse —Based on the Speeches of U.S. Presidents A Thesis Submitted to the School of Foreign Languages Shenyang Normal University In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements of the Degree of Master of Arts By Guan Yuying Under the Supervision of Professor Xing Jiawei March 2012 Acknowledgement I would like to take this chance to express my sincere and heartfelt gratitude to all the people who have helped me in various ways during the period of writing this thesis. My first gratitude goes first and foremost to my respected supervisor Professor Xing Jiawei, whose instructive suggestions, insightful comments, and constant care and encouragement have helped me to finish this thesis. Moreover, Professor Xing ’s enlightening lessons and lectures, extensive range of knowledge, responsible and serious attitude towards academics, and charismatic personality will benefit me in my whole life not only in the research work. Secondly, my heartfelt thanks go to all the teachers in the School of Foreign Languages, Shenyang Normal University, especially those who have taught me. They have helped me grow and make progresses in academics. Next, I am gratitude to my classmates, friends, and roommates who gave me constant encouragement and help in the process of my writing. Last but not least, my particular gratitude goes to my family members and relatives for their unconditional support and affection, which I will cherish forever until I r