Corpus Stylistics: A Practical Introduction

The book provides a theoretical and practical guide to using corpus linguistic techniques in stylistic analysis, covering the theory and practice of using corpus methods and tools, case studies, and practical advice on managing the transition from quantitative to qualitative analysis. It is a user's guide for students and researchers in stylistics and opens the door to the theories, models, and frameworks developed in stylistics that are of value to mainstream corpus linguistics.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 28 February 2019
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press

A Theoretical and Practical Guide to Using Corpus Linguistic Techniques in Stylistic Analysis:
Corpus linguistics has gained significant traction in recent years, but a comprehensive book that delves into the theoretical foundations and methodological practices of corpus stylistics has been lacking. This book aims to survey the field and establish a foundation for this rapidly evolving area. By focusing on the use of off-the-shelf corpus software such as AntConc, Wmatrix, and the Brigham Young University (BYU) corpus interface, this step-by-step guide provides a clear explanation of the theory and practice of using corpus methods and tools for stylistic analysis.
Eight original case studies showcase the application of corpus tools to analyze style in a diverse range of texts, spanning from contemporary to historical. McIntyre and Walker guide readers through the process of developing appropriate research questions, constructing and annotating corpora, interpreting statistics, and analyzing corpus data. Additionally, the book offers practical guidance on transitioning from quantitative results to qualitative analysis and explores how theories, models, and frameworks from stylistics can be integrated to enhance the qualitative phase of corpus analysis. Supported by detailed instructions on accessing and utilizing relevant corpus software, this book serves as a user-friendly guide for conducting corpus stylistic analysis. For students and researchers new to the field of corpus linguistics, it provides a comprehensive "how-to" guide. For corpus linguists, it offers an opportunity to delve into the theories, models, and frameworks developed in stylistics that have the potential to enrich mainstream corpus linguistics.

Weight: 650g
Dimension: 244 x 172 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474413213