Using Corpora in Discourse Analysis: 3 (Continuum Discourse) - Softcover

Baker, Paul

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0826477259 ISBN 13: 9780826477255

Publisher: Continuum, 2006

Synopsis

This book examines approaches to carrying out discourse analysis (Da) using techniques that are grounded in corpus linguistics. Assuming no prior knowledge of corpora, the book examines and evaluates a variety of corpus-based methodologies including:

* collocations,
* keyness
* concordances
* dispersion plots
* building and annotating corpora

Illustrated with a number of real-life examples of corpus-based Da from a range of sources and covering a variety of subjects, this is an informative introduction to using corpus linguistics as a methodology in discourse analysis.

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Review:

'We are given examples of research which demonstrate the various techniques and these can be intriguing...Using Corpora in Discourse Analysis should indeed build bridges, for those who are not already using them, but it will also be useful to anyone interested in language as it is used in texts...the generative nature of the techniques should be stimulating for all those who monitor language use...'--Alison Duguid "Times Literary Supplement "

'Corpus methodologies have a huge potential for use in discourse studies, and Paul Baker has written a superb introduction that combines common sense and academic expertise. As a practical 'how-to' advisor he provides an accessible explanation of the key technical and interpretative issues. As an advocate of innovation, he is sensitive to the priorities and the research paradigms of both the discourse analyst and the corpus linguist. This is a splendid book that will inspire a new generation of research.' Professor Susan Hunston, Department of English, University of Birmingham.

Is a necessity for any researcher, practitioner or student interested in the interplay of content, discourse and corpus linguistics. It is a practical, hands-on guide that articulately explores the complex workings of corpora building and analysis. It is a valuable contribution for both the novice exploring the field and the more experienced scholar aiming to refresh their understanding of this ever-growing, ever-evolving discipline.--Sanford Lakoff

About the Author:

Paul Baker is Senior Lecturer in Linguistics and Modern English language at Lancaster University, UK.

About this edition

• Publisher: Continuum
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0826477259
• ISBN 13: 9780826477255
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 206