Jenny Thomas's Meaning in Interaction: An Introduction to Pragmatics is a foundational 1995 textbook that defines meaning as a dynamic process negotiated between speaker and hearer, rather than just inherent in words. The text offers an accessible introduction to core pragmatics concepts like speech acts, conversational implicature, and politeness, utilizing memorable, albeit sometimes dated, examples. For more details, visit Routledge . Meaning in Interaction: An Introduction to Pragmatics