Author: Richard J. Watts Year: 1999 Rank: Rating: Original Rating: Pop Rating: Genres/categories:
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ISBNs: 9780521794060 0521794064 |
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Using a wide range of data from real-life speech situations, this introduction to politeness theory breaks away from the limitations of current models. It argues that the proper object of study in politeness theory must be "common sense" definitions of politeness and impoliteness. Richard Watts concludes that a more appropriate model, based on Bourdieu's concept of social practice, can thus be developed.
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