Brentano and the Theory of Signs

Journal title PARADIGMI
Author/s Carlo Ierna
Publishing Year 2012 Issue 2012/2 Language English
Pages 12 P. 11-22 File size 95 KB
DOI 10.3280/PARA2012-002002
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In this article the author discusses F. Brentano’s theory of intentionality and the ontological status of the intentional object specifically with respect to symbolic presentations. The role and function of intentionality are compared to the process of semeiosis. Several interesting parallels can be found between fundamental problems in the interpretation of the Brentanian notion of intentionality and issues in semiotics. In particular, the author focuses on the theory of C.W. Morris and attempts to apply core notions of his semiotics to clarify Brentano’s ambiguous account of intentional reference, the role of signs in symbolic presentations and how this relates to outer perception.

Keywords: Brentano, Intentionality, Intentional Object, Morris, Semiotics, Theory of Signs.

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Carlo Ierna, Brentano and the Theory of Signs in "PARADIGMI" 2/2012, pp 11-22, DOI: 10.3280/PARA2012-002002