Description
Investigates the underrepresentation of women in politics, by examining how language use constructs and maintains gender inequalities in political institutions.
About the Author
Sylvia Shaw is a Senior Lecturer in English Language and Linguistics at the University of Westminster. She is a sociolinguist who has conducted research projects in the House of Commons and the devolved political institutions of the UK. Her publications focus on gender, language and power in different types of political discourse.
Reviews
'This timely book addresses the political under-representation of women and over-representation of men, both in the UK and internationally.' Orly Siow, Journal of Pragmatics
'The primary strength of this book lies in its close examination of female politicians' actual linguistic performances ... As such, this book makes a valuable contribution to the study of (women's) political discourse and is likely to appeal to those with an interest in the complex intersections of language, gender, politics, and power.' Caolan O'neill, Language in Society
Book Information
ISBN 9781107080881
Author Sylvia Shaw
Format Hardback
Page Count 334
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 630g
Dimensions(mm) 234mm * 158mm * 21mm