The Politics of English Iain Crichton-Smith hypnotically and prolifically

hypnotically and prolifically

In so doing Brueggemann seeks to unleash the power of God's words to create a new world--here and now

providing a direct challenge to traditional approaches that have perpetuated inequities for generations of children

compassionate approach infuses bereavement therapy with much-needed warmth

but persistent presence

The Politics of English Iain Crichton-Smith hypnotically and prolificallyA major reappraisal of the way in which language is both shaped by, and contributes to, social life. Taking a classical Marxist approach, Marnie Holborow provides a reconsideration of the ideological aspects of language. She focuses on three main areas: the global spread of English in relation to international capitalism and colonialism; the ideological underpinnings of standard English; and language and sexism.