Talking violence: an anthropological interpretation of conversation in the city
Auteur :
Rapport, Nigel
Éditeur :
Memorial University Press
ISBN :
9780919666566
Date de publication :
1 janv. 1987
Dimensions :
22,9 x 15,2 x 1,4 cm
Format :
Trade paperback (US)
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Canada
In vibrant settings spanning bars, cars, courts, hospitals, and universities of St. John's, repeated dialogues on violence reveal how everyday speech shapes local identities. Language serves as a creative force that challenges uniform social narratives and empowers self-definition.