Pragmatic Particles: Findings from Asian Languages, written by Kiaer, Jieun.

Jieun Kiaer's book, "Pragmatic Particles: Findings from Asian Languages," explores the interpretation and meaning of pragmatic particles in Asian languages. The book provides insights into the development of a formal framework for investigating pragmatic particles, using examples from various Asian languages. It discusses the cultural and interactional meanings of particles, as well as their functions and categories. The book also highlights the importance of socio-pragmatic sensitivity in Asian language interaction and the challenges faced by Asian language learners in synchronizing non-verbal expressions with verbal messages. Overall, the book offers a comprehensive overview of pragmatic particles in Asian languages and calls for further research in the field. [Extracted from the article]