An Introduction to Forensic Linguistics : Language in Evidence - Alison  Johnson

An Introduction to Forensic Linguistics

Language in Evidence

By: Alison Johnson, Malcolm Coulthard, David Wright

Paperback | 18 July 2016 | Edition Number 2

At a Glance

Paperback


RRP $96.99

$84.25

13%OFF

or 4 interest-free payments of $21.06 with

 or 

Aims to ship in 7 to 10 business days

When will this arrive by?
Enter delivery postcode to estimate

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 https://www.routledge.com/products/9781138641716 and on the Routledge Language and Communication Portal.

Industry Reviews

"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

More in Law Higher Education Textbooks

Practical Legal Skills : 5th edition - Ross Hyams

RRP $75.95

$66.75

12%
OFF
Crime, Criminality and Criminal Justice : 3rd edition - Rob White
Contemporary Australian Corporate Law : 2nd Edition - Beth  Nosworthy

RRP $146.95

$117.75

20%
OFF
Australian Uniform Evidence Law : 2nd edition - Fiona  Hum

RRP $151.95

$121.25

20%
OFF
Australian Property Law : Principles to Practice - Astrid Di Carlo

RRP $144.95

$115.75

20%
OFF
Parker and Evans's Inside Lawyers' Ethics : 4th Edition - Francesca  Bartlett
Connecting With Law : 5th Edition - Michelle Sanson

RRP $124.95

$104.50

16%
OFF
Principles of Administrative Law : 4th Edition - Leighton McDonald

RRP $151.95

$124.90

18%
OFF
Public International Law - Alison  Pert

RRP $124.95

$101.50

19%
OFF
The New Lawyer : 3rd Edition - Nickolas James

RRP $131.95

$115.35

13%
OFF
Australian Public Law : 4th Edition - Gabrielle Appleby

RRP $149.95

$123.50

18%
OFF
Crime and Criminology : 7th Edition - Rob White

RRP $99.95

$85.90

14%
OFF
Federal Constitutional Law : 6th Edition - A Contemporary View - Melissa Castan
International Human Rights Law : 4th edition - Daniel Moeckli

RRP $96.95

$80.25

17%
OFF
Crime and Justice : A Guide to Criminology 6th Edition - Derek Dalton
Civil Dispute Resolution : Balancing Themes and Theory - Sonya  Willis
An Introduction to The Law of Contract : 11th Edition - Stephen Graw
Australian Constitutional Law : 2nd Edition - Concepts and Cases - Luke  Beck
Contemporary Australian Tort Law : 2nd Edition - Darren  O'Donovan

RRP $149.95

$115.95

23%
OFF