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Language and discourse analysis : theoretical backgroundOnly 14 pages are availabe for public view
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Abstract
This thesis introduces a contradictory statement to the current views in discourse analysis, which indicate that women are powerless, trivial, dominated, and sexual objects(Lakoff,1975; Coates, 1986; Chaika, 1982; Wardhaugh, 1989; Andersen, 1988)by showing women aspowerful, serious, and dominating as men. The intended power, in this perspective, is not physical but it is power of expression. To show powe, women may use male linguistic devices, e.g, directives and interruption; or use some exclusive tools that stem from their female features, e.g., Politeness flexibility, and negotiation. Discourse of power is introduced as feature inexclusive to men, but a generic discourse both sexes may experiences alike.