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Language as Evidence: Doing Forensic Linguistics

Language as Evidence: Doing Forensic Linguistics

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This edited book provides a comprehensive survey of the modern state of the art in forensic linguistics, focusing on the role of the linguist as an expert witness, major areas of expertise, and courtroom interaction. It is intended for academics, students, and practitioners in Linguistics, Forensic Linguistics, Law, Criminology, and Forensic Psychology.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 464 pages
Publication date: 10 February 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG


This extensively revised book offers a thorough examination of the current state-of-the-art in forensic linguistics. The book's first part explores the role of linguists as expert witnesses in common law and civil law jurisdictions, the relationship between expert witnesses and lawyers, ethical standards, and courtroom interactions. The second part delves into various significant areas of forensic linguistics, including the scientific study of language as evidence, such as authorship identification, speaker identification, text authentication, deception and lie detection, plagiarism detection, and cyber language crimes.

The book is designed to serve as a valuable reference for academics, students, and practitioners in the fields of linguistics, forensic linguistics, law, criminology, and forensic psychology, among others. It provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the field, covering both theoretical and practical aspects.

The authors, who are renowned experts in their respective fields, have drawn on their extensive research and experience to provide comprehensive and insightful coverage of the topics discussed. The book is organized in a clear and concise manner, making it easy to navigate and understand.

Each chapter includes an introduction, summary, key points, and references, allowing readers to further explore the topics in depth. Additionally, the book includes case studies and examples to illustrate the practical applications of forensic linguistics in real-world scenarios.

Overall, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in advancing their knowledge and understanding of forensic linguistics. It will be valuable to academics, students, practitioners, and researchers alike, as it provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the field.

Weight: 623g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030843328
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022

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