ABSTRACT
The distinguishing mark of the direct theory is its explanation of the causality and intentionality of reference in computational terms, and its locating of the semantics of spoken language in the world of material things. The idea is close to certain fundamental issues in philosophy of logic that have been scarcely touched on here, and should be reviewed. I do so in this section. I also want to say more about mental representation and the closely related topic of cause in the sense of acquisition of semantical dispositions as promised in Chapter 9. Finally, I will discuss the philosophical status of sundry models and questions of the proper method for semantics and mind.
