Approaches to Discourses of Marriage

This interdisciplinary volume explores the changing ways people talk about marriage, drawing on research from across the globe and including contributions from linguists, psychologists, and film makers. It examines topics such as forced marriage, cross-border marriage applications, same-sex marriage, and divorce, and is intended as a survey of contemporary trends in research on marriage and as a foundation for further research.

Format: Hardback
Length: 158 pages
Publication date: 26 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Marriage is a complex and multifaceted topic that has been the subject of much discussion and debate throughout history. The way people talk about marriage can vary greatly depending on cultural, social, and economic factors, as well as individual beliefs and values. In this essay, we will explore some of the key themes that have emerged in the discourse surrounding marriage, including who gets to do the talking, when, why, where, and how these things change.

One of the most significant aspects of the discourse surrounding marriage is the role of women. Historically, women have often been marginalized in discussions about marriage, with their voices and perspectives often ignored or discounted. However, there has been a growing movement in recent years to promote gender equality and empower women to have a say in their own marriages. This has led to increased attention to the experiences of women forced to marry as children, as well as older women who never married.

Investigations of cross-border marriage applications have also shed light on the ways in which marriage is perceived and practiced across different cultures and societies. These applications can be a complex and bureaucratic process, with applicants often facing numerous challenges and barriers, including language differences, cultural differences, and legal restrictions. The discourse surrounding cross-border marriage applications has highlighted the importance of understanding and respecting different cultural traditions and practices, as well as the potential benefits and challenges of cross-cultural marriages.

Christian pastors' sermons on divorce have also been a significant part of the discourse surrounding marriage. While divorce can be a difficult and emotional process, pastors have often used their sermons to offer guidance and support to their congregations. These sermons have explored the reasons for divorce, the consequences of divorce, and the importance of rebuilding and repairing relationships. The discourse surrounding divorce has also highlighted the role of religion in shaping attitudes towards marriage and divorce, as well as the potential conflicts between religious beliefs and secular values.

Oppositional media discussions of same-sex marriage have also been a significant part of the discourse surrounding marriage. While same-sex marriage is legal in many countries, there are still many people who oppose it on religious or moral grounds. The discourse surrounding same-sex marriage has highlighted the importance of promoting tolerance and acceptance of different sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as the potential benefits and challenges of same-sex marriages.

Pro-marriage equality protest signs have also been a powerful tool in the discourse surrounding marriage. These signs have been used to promote the rights and benefits of marriage for all couples, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. The discourse surrounding pro-marriage equality protest signs has highlighted the importance of promoting equality and justice for all individuals, as well as the potential consequences of discrimination and inequality.

In conclusion, the discourse surrounding marriage is complex and multifaceted, with many different themes and perspectives emerging. From the experiences of women forced to marry as children to those of older women who never married, from investigations of cross-border marriage applications to Christian pastors' sermons on divorce, from oppositional media discussions of same-sex marriage to pro-marriage equality protest signs, this collection presents research from across the globe

This interdisciplinary volume brings together linguists, psychologists, psychologists, and film makers and draws on data from the UK, Germany, Taiwan, the US, Belgium, and Turkey. It is intended both as a survey of some contemporary trends in research on marriage and as a foundation for further research.

The chapters in this book, except for chapters 1 and 7, were originally published as a special issue of the journal Critical Discourse Studies. This volume comes with a new introduction.

Weight: 471g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032462547