Abstract
In this paper, I will investigate the interplay between subjectification and different forms of speech or thought representation. I will argue on the basis of deictic properties that two forms in particular lend themselves to subjectification: one the familiar indirect speech or thought, the other the neglected category of "distancing indirect speech or thought" (Vandelanotte 2002, 2004a, 2004b). I hope to show that the distinction between "representational" and "subjectified" forms can and should be defined in structural terms. In so doing, I hope to differentiate and nuance Thompson's (2002) claim as to the monoclausal nature of so-called complement clauses (including speech or thought reporting clauses).
Original language | English |
---|---|
Pages (from-to) | 137-168 |
Number of pages | 32 |
Journal | Belgian Journal of Linguistics |
Volume | 20 |
Publication status | Published - 2006 |