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OverviewFirst published in 2004, John Olsson's practical introduction to Forensic Linguistics has become required reading for courses on this new and expanding branch of applied linguistics. This second edition has been revised and updated throughout, and includes new chapters on language in the justice system, forensic transcription, and expanded information on forensic phonetics. The book includes an appendix of forensic texts for student study, exercises and suggestions for further reading. This unique, hands-on introduction to Forensic Linguistics, based on Olsson's extensive experience as a practising forensic linguist, is essential reading for students, and researchers encountering this branch of applied linguistics for the first time. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Dr John Olsson (Bangor University, Wales)Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Imprint: Continuum International Publishing Group Ltd. Edition: 2nd edition Dimensions: Width: 15.60cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 23.40cm Weight: 0.522kg ISBN: 9780826492951ISBN 10: 0826492959 Pages: 288 Publication Date: 31 March 2008 Audience: College/higher education , Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Language: English Table of ContentsReviewsJohn Olsson's Forensic Linguistics breaks new ground in forensic linguistics in measured but definite steps. Professional linguists and students alike will profit from a careful reading and lively discussion of Olsson's work. Professor Gerald McMenamin, Department of Linguistics, California State University, Fresno. John Olsson's Forensic Linguistics provides a well-organized and accessible introduction to general theoretical and practical questions regarding this new and rapidly expanding discipline of applied linguistics. Like the first, the second edition of Forensic linguistics is an exceptionally clear and helpful overview of the field. In addition to new chapters on language in the justice system and forensic transcription, and expanded information on forensic phonetics, the second edition provides ample coverage of topics such as authorship studies, variation, veracity in language and forensic text types. In each chapter the author considers a chosen topic, illustrating the approaches by describing a number of important cases . Exercises, ideas for discussion, and suggestions for further reading enhance the text and provide starting points for student projects. Clearly written and comprehensible to students at all levels, this book is an ideal introduction to forensic linguistics. It is also a helpful reference for anyone contemplating forensic linguistic research. - Professor Lelija Socanac, Center for Language and Law, Faculty of Law, University of Zagreb, Croatia Written by one of the pioneers in the field, Forensic Linguistics is unquestionably one of the most definitive introductions to the dynamic intersection between language, crime, and the law. -- Language Policy -- Language Policy Olsson's book is an accessible and well-written introductory text -- Times Higher Education Author InformationJohn Olsson operated a world-renowned forensic linguistics consultancy and training service at www.thetext.co.uk from 1996 onwards. He worked an Adjunct Professor at Nebraska Wesleyan University, USA, where he taught forensic linguistics online. He was also Visiting Professor of Forensic Linguistics at the International University of Novi Pazar in Serbia where he ran an annual summer school in Forensic Linguistics, and was a board member of the Language and Law Centre at the University of Zagreb, Croatia, where he was also a visiting Professor. He was then a lecturer in Forensic Linguistics in both the School of Linguistics and the School of Law at Bangor University, Wales, and was head of the Forensic Linguistics Institute. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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