Language and Subjectivity

Understanding the role of language within the formation of a sense of self has been revolutionised by developments in social theory, particularly poststructuralism. There is now a new emphasis on the way in which subjects are vulnerable in the face of powerful discourses such as nation, gender, race and sexuality. This book is a clear and engaging introduction to these developments and their relevance to students of language. Using lively and often personal examples throughout, Tim McNamara explores the role of language within processes of subjectivity using the insights of conversation analysis (CA), creating an original conceptual and methodological bridge between the macro- and micro-dimensions of social discourse and everyday conversational interaction.

Author: Tim McNamara
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 02/28/2019
Pages: 264
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.50d
ISBN13: 9781108468558
ISBN10: 1108468551
BISAC Categories:
- Foreign Language Study | General
- Language Arts & Disciplines | Literacy
- Language Arts & Disciplines | Linguistics | Sociolinguistics

About the Author

Tim McNamara, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia.