Shan (2023)
Shan, G. G. (2023) Corpus Linguistics Strategies for Identifying Accepted Theories in Early Modern England. Scientonomy 5, 47-71. Retrieved from https://scientojournal.com/index.php/scientonomy/article/view/42259.
| Title | Corpus Linguistics Strategies for Identifying Accepted Theories in Early Modern England |
|---|---|
| Resource Type | journal article |
| Author(s) | G. G. Shan |
| Year | 2023 |
| URL | https://scientojournal.com/index.php/scientonomy/article/view/42259 |
| DOI | https://doi.org/10.33137/js.v5i.42259 |
| Journal | Scientonomy |
| Volume | 5 |
| Pages | 47-71 |
Abstract
The paper investigates the applicability of corpus linguistics to the construction of a database of intellectual history. Working with the Royal Society Corpus (RSC), it presents a series of corpus queries that can aid with computationally identifying potential instances of communal theory acceptance in England during the period of 1665-1800. These queries allowed to identify a set of noun-adjective pairs potentially synonymous with “accepted theory” and retrieve around 1,400 excerpts potentially indicative of instances of communal theory acceptance. The paper also discusses some strategies for identifying the epistemic agent, as well as the RSC’s place within the broader historical context. Finally, I argue that, in addition to exploring corpus linguistics strategies, methodologies for interpreting computationally retrieved data should also be developed.
Suggested Modifications
Here are all the modifications suggested in Shan (2023):
- Sciento-2023-0004: Accept that noun-adjective pairs within the RSC can be indicative of communal theory acceptance. The modification was suggested to Scientonomy community by G. G. Shan on 31 December 2023.1 The modification is currently being evaluated; a verdict is pending.
