Analysing Newspapers: An Approach from Critical Discourse Analysis

by John E. Richardson

Overview

This book offers both an understanding of newspaper reporting and a means for readers to develop their own critical analysis. Using a wealth of contemporary case studies, students are taught how the language of journalism works, providing students with an accessible and user-friendly guide to analyzing newspapers around the globe.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781403935656
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date:	01/01/2007
Edition description:	2006
Pages:	280
Product dimensions:	6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

JOHN E. RICHARDSON is Lecturer in Communications and Media Studies at Loughborough University, UK.

Table of Contents

Introduction: Newspaper Discourse
Analysing Newspapers: Context, Text and Consequence
Analysing Texts: Some Concepts and Tools of Linguistic Analysis
Discursive Practices: Producing Print Journalism
Social Practices: Journalism and the Material World
Applying Discourse Analysis: Argumentation and Letters to the Editor
Critical Discourse Analysis: War Reporting
Conclusion
Glossary
References.

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Analysing Newspapers has a sharp, analytical focus by an author who clearly understands what students need... Unlike many academic books this is an easy, enjoyable read, but poignant nevertheless.' - Fifth Estate Online