Language and power
Norman Fairclough
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Language and power
Published
1989
Publisher
Longman
Pages
259
ISBN-10
0582009766
Description
Language and Power is about how language works to maintain and change power relations in contemporary society, and how understanding these processes can enable people to resist and change them. Substantial changes in social life have taken place in the decade since the original publication, which have changed the nature of unequal power relations, and therefore the agenda for the critical study of language. In this second edition, Norman Fairclough brings the discussion completely up-to-date with the inclusion of a new chapter covering the 'globalisation' of power relations and the development of the internet in relation to language and power.
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How many pages are in Language and power?
This edition of Language and power has approximately 259 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Language and power?
For most readers, Language and power typically takes between 5h 24m and 3h 36m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 64,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 19m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 9 days • Estimated word count: 64,750 words
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What is the word count of Language and power?
The estimated word count for Language and power is approximately 64,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
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Who is the author of Language and power?
Language and power was written by Norman Fairclough.
When was Language and power published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1989. The original work may have been published on a different date.