THE CONCEPT OF “HEART” IN LITERARY DISCOURSE: A LINGUOCOGNITIVE ANALYSIS
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Keywords: heart concept, literary discourse, linguocognitive analysis, cognitive linguistics, conceptualization, metaphor, symbolism, verbalization, emotions, literary text.Abstract
This article examines the concept of “heart” in literary discourse from a linguocognitive perspective. The study explores the semantic, metaphorical, symbolic, and cultural characteristics of the concept and its role in representing emotions, inner experiences, moral values, and human cognition. Particular attention is paid to the verbalization of the concept in literary texts and its contribution to the creation of artistic imagery. The analysis demonstrates that the concept of “heart” functions as a universal cognitive unit reflecting both individual and collective perceptions of the human inner world. Literary discourse reveals the multidimensional nature of the concept through metaphorical models, symbolic meanings, and culturally specific interpretations.
