The language of politics

The language of politics

The Language of Politics: * examines how both politicians and commentators describe political stances * explores some of the most common linguistic features to be found in political speeches * analyses electioneering through various written texts including manifestos, posters and pamphlets * looks a...

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Main Author: Beard, Adrian 1951- (Author)
Format: Unknown
Published: London Routledge 2000
©2000
Series:Intertext
Subjects:
English language > Language > Discourse analysis
Politicians > Terminology > Language > English speaking countries > English speaking countries
Political science > Terminology > Discourse analysis > English speaking countries
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Summary:The Language of Politics: * examines how both politicians and commentators describe political stances * explores some of the most common linguistic features to be found in political speeches * analyses electioneering through various written texts including manifestos, posters and pamphlets * looks at how politicians answer questions both in the media and in parliament * includes examples of political discourse from Britain, America and Australia * has a comprehensive glossary of terms
Physical Description:ix, 121 pages illustrations 24 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index
ISBN:0415201780
9780415201780

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