Language, Society and Power: An Introduction Free Audiobook Download by Betsy Evans,Annabelle Mooney


Language, Society and Power: An Introduction is a short introduction to the complexities of language, society and power by social theorist and feminist activist, Betsy Evans.

Language, Society and Power: An Introduction by Betsy Evans Annabelle Mooney audiobook download is an introductory level text that covers the historical contexts of language and power in society.

Language, Society and Power: An Introduction is a course in the sociolinguistics of language by Betsy Evans Annabelle Mooney narrated by Betsy Evans. As a beginner's course, it is intended to be both accessible and interesting for those who are new to the field, but also has some depth for more advanced students too.

"Power over others is the ultimate end of language." This sentence in Betsy Evans' introduction to her book Language, Society and Power refers to a quote from Franz Boas. By that, Evans says that power is gained by including and excluding some groups from society.

Language, Society and Power: An Introduction is a non-fiction book by Betsy Evans Annabelle Mooney. Language, Society and Power looks at how language shapes society and power. Prime examples of this are when people use language to oppress or when people use their own language to express their feelings or identity. Language, Society and Power also highlights the difference between languages that might be difficult for speakers of other languages to understand.

This is a work which is highly recommended for anyone interested in language, society and power. It explores how language has always been an important tool of power, from the earliest times of early human society. It also discusses how in modern society it continues to be used as a very powerful tool of social control, where those who are in positions of power can manipulate language to create the impression that certain groups or individuals lack power or influence.

Published Date 2020-08-27
Duration 11 hours 49 minutes
Author Betsy Evans, Annabelle Mooney
Narrated Betsy Evans
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Is It Free? 30-days Free
Category Non-Fiction
Parent Category Education

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