Techniques of Description
Spoken and Written Discourse
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Word Count
53,250 words, Guess
Page Count
213 pages
Identifiers
- Open LibraryOL7482473M
- ISBN-139780415088053
- ISBN-100415088054
- LibraryThing6800776
- Goodreads4130937
Description
This book is a tribute to Malcolm Coulthard, who has been remarkably active and influential across a wide range of English Language Studies. He is particularly well-known for his pioneering work in spoken and written discourse analysis and most recently, for his work in forensic linguistics. This collection of specially commissioned, state-of-the-art pieces by leading international linguists is dedicated to the man and his achievements and provides a showcase for the most exciting developments in applied discourse studies. The collection as a whole contains original and important new research on descriptions, with intriguing applications to forensic, gender and literary studies. It will be invaluable for scholars of English language and discourse studies.
First Sentence
The authors represented in this book are united in their admiration of Malcolm Coulthard's contribution to language study.
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- Techniques of Description: Spoken and Written Discourse
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