Analyzing Digital Discourses: Between Convergence and Controversy

This book explores the social functions of online communication, examining linguistic and discursive practices in social networks and public media. It discusses central concerns in digital discourse analysis, appealing to scholars and students in related fields.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 374 pages
Publication date: 14 January 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This book makes a significant contribution to the ongoing scholarly discourse on the diverse forms and patterns of interaction and discourse in the modern digital communication landscape. By delving into the social functions that online communication serves for its users, it sheds light on the multifaceted ways in which individuals engage and communicate in the digital realm. A diverse group of experts and scholars from various fields come together to explore the various social interactions and discourses expressed by users on social networks and in public media. Through their insightful contributions, the book offers a comprehensive examination of the social functions reflected in the linguistic and discursive practices employed by discourse participants. These practices range from those characterized by convergence, where individuals engage in harmonious and cooperative communication, to those marked by controversy, where tensions and disagreements arise. By examining these practices, the book provides valuable insights into the central concerns of digital discourse analysis, which have been explored from diverse methodological perspectives spanning sociolinguistics, pragmatics, corpus linguistics, and more. This edited collection is of immense interest to scholars and students engaged in the fields of digital discourse analysis, pragmatics, sociolinguistics, social media and communication, media and cultural studies. It offers a rich resource for those seeking to deepen their understanding of the complex dynamics and implications of contemporary digital communication.

Weight: 516g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030846046
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021