ATLAS OF LANGUAGE

AT-DEP6-0013 · ATLAS 251

Text progression

The forward development of a text in which established information is taken up and extended by new information.

Explanation

The forward development of a text in which established information is taken up and extended by new information. Shows coherence as movement between continuity and surprise: every step needs connection as well as addition.

Example

The second sentence takes up the first sentence's topic and turns its result into the starting point of a new question.

Counterexample

A mere label without the described formal, cultural or conceptual movement.

Distinction

Distinguish from Thema-Rhema; the neighbour remains connected as a crossway.

Effect on thought and perception

Shows coherence as movement between continuity and surprise: every step needs connection as well as addition.

Resonance

Shows coherence as movement between continuity and surprise: every step needs connection as well as addition.

Cite this entry

Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Text progression“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-DEP6-0013. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-DEP6-0013

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