Space, Time, and the Use of Language: An Investigation of Relationships, Cognitive Linguistics Research [CLR] 36 Introduction The book "Space, Time, and the Use of Language" is an investigation into the relationship between spatial and temporal language, and how they are used in natural discourse. The author argues that there is a close semantic and conceptual relationship between the two kinds of linguistic expressions, but also highlights fundamental differences in their application. Through a detailed analysis of a selected range of terms that describe objects or events in both space and time, the book provides a new picture of how these concepts are represented in language usage, and how they reflect our understanding of the world. Chapter 1: Spatial and Temporal Expressions In this chapter, the author examines the similarities and differences between spatial and temporal expressions in language. They explore how metaphors consistently express temporal phenomena in terms of spatial language, suggesting a close relationship between the two. However, the author also argues that there are fundamental differences in the way these expressions are applied in natural discourse.

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