Introducing the Language of the News: A Student's Guide
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Introducing the Language of the News: A Student's Guide
Book Details
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Author: M. Grazia Busà
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Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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Edition: 1st Edition
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Binding: Paperback
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Format: Illustrated
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Number of Pages: 176
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ISBN: 9780415637305
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Languages: English
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Release Date: 21-08-2013
About The Book
Introducing the Language of the News provides a comprehensive introduction to the language of news reporting. The book assumes no prior knowledge of linguistics and offers an accessible analysis of the processes that produce news language. It discusses how different linguistic choices influence interpretations of news texts, making it an essential resource for students of English language and linguistics, media, communication studies, and journalism.
The book covers a broad range of topics, including news design, layout, story structure, the role of headlines and leads, and linguistic style. It incorporates contemporary examples from the international press, spanning events such as the 2012 Olympics, political events in China, and the Iraq War.
Key features include:
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Comprehensive coverage of both print and online news
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Analysis of story structure, vocabulary, grammar, and style
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Chapter summaries, activities, and sample analyses to help students apply their learning
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A companion website with extra activities, further readings, and web links
Written by an experienced researcher and teacher, this book provides essential tools for analyzing the language of news and understanding its impact.
Review
This timely book offers a detailed and accessible exploration of the key issues in the linguistic study of the news. It includes extensive student exercises, which will be especially useful for those studying English as a Foreign or Second Language (EFL/ESL), helping them master the techniques of analyzing news language.
Review Summary:
Introducing the Language of the News is an innovative and practical textbook for anyone interested in studying news language, whether they are students of English, Linguistics, Media, Communication, or Journalism. It offers practical tools and real-world examples to better understand how language shapes the news we read and hear.
