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Analysing Political Discourse: Theory and Practice
Analysing Political Discourse Theory and Practice Author:Paul A. Chilton Analysing Political Discourse considers the changing landscape of global political language post-September 11, focusing on self-legitimising language and the increasing use of religious imagery in political discourse. Bill Clinton's address persuading his country to go to war in Kosovo is analyzed, and speeches by George Bush and Osama bin Laden... more » are examined in relation to each other. Written in a lively and engaging style, Analysing Political Discourse offers a new theoretical perspective on the study of Language and Politics, and provides an essential introduction to political discourse analysis.« less