The Everyday Language of White Racism (Wiley Blackwell Studies in Discourse and Culture)
by Jane H. Hill
In The Everyday Language of White Racism, Jane H. Hill investigates how commonplace language subtly upholds white supremacist ideologies. This volume in the Wiley Blackwell Studies in Discourse and Culture series dissects the role of discourse in perpetuating racial hierarchies, offering tools for critical linguistic analysis to foster greater awareness and change in societal communication practices.
About This Book
The Everyday Language of White Racism explores the mechanisms through which ordinary speech contributes to racial ideologies. Drawing from discourse analysis, it highlights patterns in language that sustain white privilege.
Part of the Wiley Blackwell Studies in Discourse and Culture series, this book addresses how cultural narratives are embedded in everyday interactions. It provides a framework for understanding the intersection of language and power dynamics.
Through detailed examination, the text reveals the insidious nature of linguistic racism, encouraging readers to recognize and challenge these pervasive elements in communication.
Jane H. Hill's analysis underscores the importance of linguistic awareness in broader efforts toward social equity and cultural critique.
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