Linguistics in a Colonial World: A Story of Language, Meaning, and Power
Joseph Errington’s Linguistics in a Colonial World examines the connections among language, meaning, and power. Framed by the experience of colonialism, the book considers linguistics as a field shaped by historical and political contexts, making it relevant to readers exploring language and its wider social significance.
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Linguistics in a Colonial World explores the relationship between language, meaning, and power.
Joseph Errington places linguistics within the context of colonialism, highlighting the importance of historical and political forces in the study of language.
The book considers how language can reflect broader structures of authority and influence.
It is suited to readers interested in linguistics, colonial history, and the social dimensions of language.
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