On the offensive : prejudice in language past and present
Stollznow, Karen2020
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Why are certain words and phrases deemed offensive? How can language reveal prejudice and discrimination, even if not intended? Through identifying and analyzing offensive language, from explicit insults to more hidden discriminatory terms, this book uncovers the reasons behind how and why words can offend.
Main title:
On the offensive : prejudice in language past and present / Karen Stollznow.
Author:
Stollznow, Karen, author
Imprint:
Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 2020.
Collation:
300 pages
Audience:
Specialized.
ISBN:
9781108791786 (pbk. :)
Dewey class:
417.2
Language:
English
BRN:
1895222
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