Thomas Sebeok

Thomas Sebeok was a prominent American semiotician, known for his work in the study of signs and symbols and how they communicate meaning. He contributed significantly to the fields of linguistics, anthropology, and biology, exploring how various forms of communication—both human and non-human—function. Sebeok was a pioneer in applying semiotic principles to areas like animal communication and cognitive sciences. He emphasized that communication is a fundamental aspect of life, extending beyond language to include gestures, sounds, and visual symbols, thereby enriching our understanding of interaction in both human societies and the natural world.