On the offensive : prejudice in language past and present /

I'm not a racist, but... You look good, for your age... She was asking for it... You're crazy... That's so gay... Have you ever wondered why certain language has the power to offend? It is often difficult to recognize the veiled racism, sexism, ageism (and other -isms) that hide in ou...

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Main Author: Stollznow, Karen (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 2020.
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Online Access:CONNECT
Table of Contents:
  • Introduction: You Can't Say Anything These Days
  • I'm Not A Racist, But ...
  • Boys Will Be Boys
  • Not That There's Anything Wrong With That
  • Don't Be A Jew
  • That's Crazy
  • Hit By The Ugly Stick
  • God's Waiting Room
  • Conclusion: Walk A Mile In Someone's Shoes.