Resumen de Towards superlogic
This article argues for a semantic theory of discourse structure, with a strong cross-linguistic focus. Its arguments starts with analysis of two phenomena related to discourse and cognition : conjunction ; and categorization. After this initial justification, claims are developed within a specific research model for discourse, but also drawing on the rich field of data available in intercultural environments. Specific results include the claim that "Mediterranean" discourse-types differ from Anglo and "Oriental" types in preferring a different form of "framing" device for discourse, namely a particularizing rather than generalizing form. There is also discussion of the implications of the approach for linguistic methodology and cognitive theory.
