Towards a Universal Definition of “Subject”

Subject and Topic 2026 Book chapter

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Authors: Edward L. Keenan
DOI: 10.4324/9781003766667-10
Cited by: 8

Abstract

In this paper I will attempt to provide a definition of the notion “subject of” which will enable us to identify the subject phrase(s), if any, of any sentence in any language.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Wittgensteinian philosophy and applications Philosophy and Theoretical Science Phenomenology and Existential Philosophy

Publication details

Journal / source
Subject and Topic
Publisher
Routledge
Pages
303–333
Publication date
22 April 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter