Semantics of Fictional Discourse

The semantics of fictional discourse explores how we understand stories and fictional worlds. In this context, "possible worlds" are imagined settings where events and characters exist. When we read or hear a story, we create a mental picture of that world, filling in details based on the narrative. This approach helps us analyze how language conveys meaning and how we engage with fiction, allowing us to distinguish between reality and the fictional events. Essentially, it focuses on how we interpret and experience stories as if they are real, despite their fictional nature.