Gender and Language Theory and Practice

Gender and Language offers a broad and accessible introduction to the study of language and gender for students new to the subject. The book introduces both theoretical and applied perspectives, identifying and explaining the relevant frameworks and drawing on a range of activities/examples ofhow gender can be constructed through discourse in language use. Rich with examples and activities drawn from current debates and events, this book is designed to be appealing and informative and will capture the imaginations of students in a range of disciplines both at the undergraduate andpostgraduate level.

Lisa Litosseliti is Lecturer in LInguistics at City University, London, UK.