Title: The power of language : how discourse influences society /
Authors: Young, Lynne
Publisher: Equinox Pub.,
Year: 2006
Subjects: Discourse analysis Social aspects.; Functionalism (Linguistics)
Abstract: "The Power of Language is designed to introduce students at the tertiary level to both Systemic Functional Linguistics and Critical Discourse Analysis. It is aimed at developing critical analytical skills by rooting analysis in SFL methodology so that students can tackle a range of discourse types. By connecting SFL and CDA and by explicitly introducing a solid theoretical foundation in SFL, the critical analyses in the book are not only well grounded but transparent. Each chapter builds a methodological foundation for the development of critical discourse analytical skills. SFL provides novice analysts with a rich set of resources for CDA and equips them to better reflect on what language is doing and why."--Jacket.
Contents: Language in time of war -- Language and gender -- Language and racism -- Language and advertising -- Language and organizations -- Visual and verbal modes of communication -- Spoken language and power -- Language in modern trends.