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The Intertext series has been specifically designed to meet the needs of contemporary English Language Studies. Working with Texts: A Core Introduction to Language Analysis (second edition, 2001) is the foundation text, which is complemented by a range of ‘satellite’ titles. These provide students with hands-on practical experience of textual analysis through special topics, and can be used individually or in conjunction with Working with Texts. The Language of War: * explores how military discourse has entered mainstream language use * focuses on how language is used to construct opposing sides during armed conflict * analyzes the interaction between verbal and visual language in military propaganda * compares and contrasts media coverage of war with the language of official reports * draws on an eclectic range of military and non-military texts from a wide variety of sources.
This text investigates how military discourse permeates mainstream language and functions as a tool for constructing narratives during periods of armed conflict. Author Sara Thorne, an established academic in English Language Studies, utilizes a comparative framework to analyze the linguistic strategies employed by both media outlets and official government bodies. By examining the intersection of verbal and visual propaganda, the book provides a structured methodology for students to deconstruct the rhetoric of war.
What You Will Find
Experts and educators frequently identify this work as a practical, accessible resource for students engaging in critical discourse analysis. The text is widely recognized for its clear application of linguistic theory to real-world political and military communication.
Page Count:
0
Publication Date:
2006-01-01
Publisher:
Taylor & Francis Group
ISBN-10:
0203006593
ISBN-13:
9780203006597
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