The Language of Science (Paperback)

The "Intertext "series has been specifically designed to meet the needs of contemporary English Language Studies. Working with Texts: a core introduction to language analysis (second edition 2001) is the foundation text, which is complemented by a range of 'satellite titles. These provide students with hands-on practical experience of textual analysis through special topics, and can be used individually or in conjunction with Working with Texts.
"The Language of Science":
- Explores the way in which scientific language is used (and, at times, abused) by politicians, the media and ourselves.
- Demonstrates the interaction between linguistics and science.
- Is illustrated with a wide range of examples from the MMR vaccine to AIDs and the biological weapons debate, and includes a glossary as well as ideas for further reading.
- Looks at the role of 'names' and 'labels' in assigning levels of importance to scientific phenomenon.
- Examines the use of scientific language and the derogatory connotations it may denote as it is used amongst individuals.