Embodiment, Anthropomorphism, and Personification: From the Classical to the Contemporary

Abstract

     This research addresses the contemporary terms embodiment, anthropomorphism, and personification, viewing them as expressions of a unified concept that falls within the domain of metaphor. The study explores the origins and notions that have emerged parallel to these terms, sharing the same meaning. It also highlights the interest of classical critics in these concepts and the significance of the meanings they convey through formulations closely related to the very terms under study. The research engages with the theories underpinning metaphorical meaning, while also acknowledging the emergence of the terms, their definitions, and the interconnections among them.