On the Offensive - Prejudice in Language Past & Present
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| Verlag | Cambridge University Press |
| Auflage | 2020 |
| Seiten | 322 |
| Format | 14,1 x 1,9 x 21,6 cm |
| Gewicht | 418 g |
| Artikeltyp | Englisches Buch |
| EAN | 9781108791786 |
| Bestell-Nr | 10879178UA |
Why do certain words have the power to offend? This book sheds light on prejudice in language, past and present.
I'm not a racist, but... You look good, for your age... She was asking for it... You're crazy... That's so gay... Have you ever wondered why certain language has the power to offend? It is often difficult to recognize the veiled racism, sexism, ageism (and other -isms) that hide in our everyday discourse. This book sheds light on the derogatory phrases, insults, slurs, stereotypes, tropes and more that make up linguistic discrimination. Each chapter addresses a different area of prejudice: race and ethnicity; gender identity; sexuality; religion; health and disability; physical appearance; and age. Drawing on hot button topics and real-life case studies, and delving into the history of offensive terms, a vivid picture of modern discrimination in language emerges. By identifying offensive language, both overt and hidden, past and present, we uncover vast amounts about our own attitudes, beliefs and values and reveal exactly how and why words can offend.
Inhaltsverzeichnis:
Introduction. You can't say anything these days; 1. I'm not a racist, but...; 2. Boys will be boys; 3. Not that there's anything wrong with that; 4. Don't be a Jew; 5. That's crazy; 6. Hit by the ugly stick; 7. God's waiting room; Conclusion. Walk a mile in someone's shoes.
Rezension:
'I don't think there is any more difficult topic in present-day language study than the vocabulary of offence. Karen Stollznow has done us all a great service in bringing together the largest collection of usages I have ever seen, in all the main areas of linguistic prejudice, and treating them in an enlightened, informative, and sensitive manner. It will help anyone who has ever offended others or been offended by a use of language - which means all of us.' David Crystal, University of Wales, Bangor
