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An Introduction to Forensic Linguistics, 2nd Edition

Language in Evidence

Author: Malcolm Coulthard, Alison Johnson and David Wright  

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An Introduction to Forensic Linguistics: Language in Evidence has established itself as the essential textbook written by leading authorities in this expanding field. The second edition of this bestselling textbook begins with a new introduction and continues in two parts.

Part One deals with the language of the legal process, and begins with a substantial new chapter exploring key theoretical and methodological approaches. In four updated chapters it goes on to cover the language of the law, initial calls to the emergency services, police interviewing, and courtroom discourse. Part Two looks at language as evidence, with substantially revised and updated chapters on the following key topics:

the forensic linguist

forensic phonetics

authorship attribution

the linguistic investigation of plagiarism

the linguist as expert witness.

The authors combine an array of perspectives on forensic linguistics, using knowledge and experience gained in legal settings - Coulthard in his work as an expert witness for cases such as the Birmingham Six and the Derek Bentley appeal, and Johnson as a former police officer. Research tasks, further reading, web links, and a new conclusion ensure that this remains the core textbook for courses in forensic linguistics and language and the law. A glossary of key terms is also available at and on the Routledge Language and Communication Portal.

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“'The substantially revised edition of this pioneering forensic linguistics textbook combines the formidable expertise and wisdom of two of the field's most respected leaders with the fresh perspective of one of its bright new scholars. Students will love the fascinating illustrative data from a large number of real cases from five continents.' Diana Eades, University of New England, Australia 'This book is quite superb. It provides a neat introduction to the subject area for those who have no formal background in linguistics.' Matthew Kewley, Barrister”

`The substantially revised edition of this pioneering forensic linguistics textbook combines the formidable expertise and wisdom of two of the field's most respected leaders with the fresh perspective of one of its bright new scholars. Students will love the fascinating illustrative data from a large number of real cases from five continents.' Diana Eades, University of New England, Australia

'This book is quite superb. It provides a neat introduction to the subject area for those who have no formal background in linguistics.' Matthew Kewley, Barrister

'The revisions to this book have given it a renewed clarity of voice within this impressive body of work particularly through the attention to theoretical and methodological context at the outset and the forward-looking conclusion at the end.' Francis Rock, Cardiff University, UK

'Comprehensive and well-written. Very much improved on 1st edition. Exercises invaluable for teachers. Authors are genuine forensic linguists with hands-on experience - this shines through the book.' Paul Simpson, Liverpool University, UK

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About the Author

Coulthard, Malcolm; Johnson, Alison; Wright, David

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Product Details

Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd | Routledge
Published
18th July 2016
Edition
2nd
Pages
254
ISBN
9781138641716

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