Explanation
A historical writing direction in which successive lines run alternately in opposite directions. Turns reading into a bodily pendular movement and shows that even the direction of thought is culturally designed.
Example
One line runs rightward and the next returns leftward.
Counterexample
A mere label without the described formal or conceptual movement.
Distinction
Distinguish from Schreibrichtung; the neighbouring concept remains connected as a crossway.
Effect on thought and perception
Turns reading into a bodily pendular movement and shows that even the direction of thought is culturally designed.
Resonance
Turns reading into a bodily pendular movement and shows that even the direction of thought is culturally designed.
Cite this entry
Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Boustrophedon“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-DEP1-0004. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-DEP1-0004The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.