On the Offensive: Prejudice in Language Past and Present

On the Offensive: Prejudice in Language Past and Present
ISBN-10
1108853595
ISBN-13
9781108853590
Series
On the Offensive
Category
Language Arts & Disciplines
Language
English
Published
2020-10-15
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Author
Karen Stollznow

Description

I'm not a racist, but... You look good, for your age... She was asking for it... You're crazy... That's so gay... Have you ever wondered why certain language has the power to offend? It is often difficult to recognize the veiled racism, sexism, ageism (and other –isms) that hide in our everyday discourse. This book sheds light on the derogatory phrases, insults, slurs, stereotypes, tropes and more that make up linguistic discrimination. Each chapter addresses a different area of prejudice: race and ethnicity; gender identity; sexuality; religion; health and disability; physical appearance; and age. Drawing on hot button topics and real-life case studies, and delving into the history of offensive terms, a vivid picture of modern discrimination in language emerges. By identifying offensive language, both overt and hidden, past and present, we uncover vast amounts about our own attitudes, beliefs and values and reveal exactly how and why words can offend.

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