Discourse

Sara Mills author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:10th Jun '04

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This volume provides a broad analysis of the term 'discourse' and a thorough examination of the many theoretical assumptions surrounding it. In the revised edition of this invaluable guidebook, Sara Mills:

  • examines the historical definitions and developments of discourse
  • analyzes Foucault's use of the term and its appropriation in the fields of linguistics, social psychology, and feminist, colonial and post-colonial theory
  • explores the changes that have taken place in the field of critical discourse analysis since original publication
  • discusses the work of various discourse theorists, including Zizek and Bourdieu.

A fully updated bibliography, new glossary and suggestions for further reading make this more than ever the essential introductory guide to the concept of discourse for students of literary theory.

'Written in a clear, expository style, Discourse is a combination of introductory and 'position' book.' - New Formations 98

'A reader-friendly manual...Sara Mills has provided us with a sophisticated and state-of-the-art precision instrument.' - Laurenz Volkmann, Symbolism: An International Journal of Critical Aesthetics

'An approachable and enjoyable piece of work which is highly suitable for those with an interest in culture, language, linguistics or literature.' - Moderna Språk

'Excellent reading warmly recommended.' - School Librarian

ISBN: 9780415290135

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 294g

180 pages

2nd edition