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Brexitspeak

Demagoguery and the Decline of Democracy

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Examining the interplay of language and politics, this book delves into how the concept of 'the British people' was shaped and utilized leading up to the Brexit referendum. It highlights the role of language in reflecting and reinforcing societal divisions since World War II, and how it was exploited by Brexit advocates. By integrating linguistics, language philosophy, and political science, the author provides insights into modern demagoguery, making this an essential read for those interested in the complex social and political landscapes surrounding Brexit.

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Brexitspeak, Paul Chilton

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2024
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Sottotitolo
Demagoguery and the Decline of Democracy
Lingua
Inglese
Pubblicato
2024
Formato
Copertina rigida
Pagine
230
ISBN13
9781108840811
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Examining the interplay of language and politics, this book delves into how the concept of 'the British people' was shaped and utilized leading up to the Brexit referendum. It highlights the role of language in reflecting and reinforcing societal divisions since World War II, and how it was exploited by Brexit advocates. By integrating linguistics, language philosophy, and political science, the author provides insights into modern demagoguery, making this an essential read for those interested in the complex social and political landscapes surrounding Brexit.