Description
Book SynopsisThe Language, Society and Power Reader is the definitive Reader for students studying introductory modules in language and society.
Highly user-friendly, this wide-ranging collection of key readings introduces students to the thoughts and writings of major writers working within the area of sociolinguistics. The Language, Society and Power Reader:
- is divided into ten thematic sections that explore the nature of language in the following areas: power, politics, media, gender, ethnicity, age, social class, identity and standardisation
- includes classic foundational readings from renowned scholars, but also innovative and contemporary work from new writers in the area
- provides a wealth of editorial support for each section with detailed section introductions and background information, issues to consider, annotated further reading and suggestions for further viewing
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Trade Review
"A thorough introduction to language in society that directly addresses issues of power. The practical research activities it provides will prove a valuable resource for students and teachers alike." Adam Hodges, Carnegie Mellon University, USA
Table of Contents
Section 1: Language and Power Section 2: Language and Thought Section 3: Language and Politics Section 4: Language and Media Section 5: Language and Gender Section 6: Ethnicity Section 7: Language and Age Section 8: Language and Social Class Section 9: Language and Identity Section 10: Standard Englishes
