Analysing Power in Language: A practical guide

Book Details:

• Publisher: Routledge

• Author: Tom Bartlett

• Language: English

• Edition: 1

• ISBN: 9780415666305

• Pages: 224

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.3 x 0.6 inches

About The Book:

Analysing Power in Language by Tom Bartlett is an insightful resource designed to introduce students to a variety of analytical techniques for the critical study of texts. This book aims to provide readers with the tools to explore and interpret the ways power dynamics are conveyed through language.

The text covers several different methods of analysis, offering an in-depth look at how language functions as a vehicle for power and influence. Each section presents a specific analytical approach, helping readers develop a multifaceted understanding of how power operates in both spoken and written communication. By focusing on both theoretical underpinnings and practical applications, this book encourages students to engage critically with language and its role in shaping social and political power.

Whether you are studying linguistics, political science, or communication, Analysing Power in Language is a valuable guide for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the intersection between language and power. This book serves as an essential resource for students, researchers, and anyone interested in the study of language in social contexts.