Analyzing Discourse, Revised Edition: A Manual of Basic Concepts

by Robert A. Dooley, Stephen H Levinsohn

Rather than applying a rigid theory or surveying a variety of approaches, Analyzing Discourse provides a methodology that has been refined over years of use. As an introduction to discourse analysis for linguistic field workers, it is practical, addressing issues commonly confronted by field linguists. The material follows a functional and cognitive approach that seems to be a good approximation of how discourse is actually produced and understood. Since the aim of the manual is introductory rather than comprehensive, most chapters are relatively short, and the whole can be covered in fifteen classroom hours. References are provided for further reading on the topics discussed. The manual can be used individually or in group sessions, such as in a formal course or a linguistic seminar. In a group setting, concepts can be illustrated by examining texts beyond those provided in the manual. This revision corrects the errata of the classic first edition, which remains a solid presentation of the basic concepts for analyzing discourse.

Genres: Linguistics

180 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 2001

Reviews

[Samuel Bierig · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is very concise and helpful. I use it (sparingly!) in my hermeneutics class now. that is high five praise from me (still only gets 4 stars though because the internal optics and some set up features of the chapter).

[Micah Neely · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good brief introduction suitable for linguists who don't specialize in discourse, for writers, or for the curious.