Master the intricacies of language use with this indispensable reader on Pragmatics. Essential for advanced undergraduate and postgraduate linguistics students across India, it brings together seminal classic texts and cutting-edge contemporary research. Dive into themed sections covering linguistic pragmatics, politeness, cross-cultural communication, and more. Each curated extract is enhanced with expert editorial commentary and learning activities, designed to deepen comprehension. Ideal for building a robust foundation in language studies, this collection offers a comprehensive exploration of pragmatic theory and its practical applications, guiding your academic and research pursuits.