The Language Police

How Pressure Groups Restrict What Students Learn

Autori

• Diane Ravitch

Parametri

Pagine

288pagine

Tempo di lettura

11ore

• Politica
• Saggistica
• Scienze politiche & Politica
• Scienze sociali
• Storia

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The Language Police critiques the evolving landscape of language and censorship, particularly in education and media. It highlights the absurdities faced by various groups, including actresses, students, and the elite, as they navigate a world where certain words and expressions are deemed unacceptable. Ravitch's work serves as a warning about the implications of erasing language and the impact on communication and expression, making it a thought-provoking read for anyone interested in the intersection of language, culture, and societal norms.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2004

(In brossura)