Context in the System and Process of Language

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Exploring the interplay between context and text, this book emphasizes the significance of context as an active component in language use. It argues against the outdated separation of competence and performance, highlighting how context shapes language as both a process and a system. The chapters delve into how context influences human discourse and serves as a critical interface between language and society, ultimately revealing the transformative power of language in forming and altering human relationships.