Analysing Political Discourse - Theory and Practice (Paperback)

Analysing Political Discourse is a must for anyone interested in the way language is used in the world of politics. Based on Aristotle's premise that we are all political animals, able to use language to pursue our own ends, the book uses the theoretical framework of linguistics to explore the ways in which we think and behave politically. Domestic and global politics come under the linguistic microscope. What do politicians really do in a radio interview? What verbal games do they play? The book draws on contemporary and high profile case studies. International in its perspective, Analysing Political Discourse also considers the changing landscape of global political language post-September 11, focusing on self-legitimizing language and the increasing use of religious imagery in political discourse. Bill Clinton's address persuading his country to go to war in Kosovo is analyzed, and speeches by George Bush and Osama bin Laden are examined in relation to each other. Written in a lively and engaging style, Analysing Political Discourse offers a new theoretical perspective on the study of Language and Politics, and provides an essential introduction to political discourse analysis.

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	December 2003
First published:	December 2003
Authors:	Paul Chilton
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 16mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	226
ISBN-13:	978-0-415-31472-5
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political science & theory Books > Language & Literature > Language & linguistics > Semantics (meaning) > General
LSN:	0-415-31472-0
Barcode:	9780415314725

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