Discourse

Book Details

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Author: David Howarth

• Language: English

• Cover: Paperback

• ISBN: 9788131610305

• Release Date: 01-01-2019

About the Book

What do we mean by discourse? This book offers a comprehensive and insightful overview of the concept of discourse, exploring its many interpretations and methods of discourse analysis within contemporary social sciences. David Howarth carefully examines the history and evolution of discourse, while also considering its various applications and theoretical implications in a wide range of academic disciplines.

The book covers key themes such as structuralism, post-structuralism, and post-Marxism, and introduces a fresh approach to discourse analysis. Drawing upon the seminal works of Saussure, Lévi-Strauss, Gramsci, Althusser, Foucault, Derrida, Laclau, and Mouffe, the author provides a critical examination of discourse analysis as a tool for understanding identity formation, hegemony, and the complex dynamics between structure and agency.

This text is perfect for students and researchers looking to deepen their understanding of discourse theory and its applications in social science research. With engaging writing and an accessible approach, the book serves as a stimulating introduction to one of the most debated concepts in modern social theory.