(edinburgh Textbooks In A...: Language And Politics

Language and Politics (Edinburgh Textbooks in Applied Linguistics)

Designed primarily for (Master's level), this volume provides an advanced introduction to the field. Reviewers note Joseph's "clear and engaging—often humorous—style," which makes complex analytical traditions accessible. Availability and Specs Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Language and Politics (Edinburgh Textbooks in A...

Focuses on the "language of politics," specifically how rhetoric is used for persuasion and manipulation. Language and Politics (Edinburgh Textbooks in A...

Addresses broader sociological concepts like hegemony and how they influence linguistic practices. Educational Context Language and Politics (Edinburgh Textbooks in A...

Analyzes "linguistic correctness" and how choosing one language or dialect over another is a political act.