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The Language of Popular Science
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The Language of Popular Science : Analyzing the Communication of Advanced Ideas to Lay Readers

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Format Paperback / Softback
ISBN-10 1476672539
ISBN-13 9781476672533
Publisher McFarland & Co Inc
Imprint McFarland & Co Inc
Country of Manufacture US
Country of Publication GB
Publication Date Jan 9th, 2019
Print length 196 Pages
Weight 270 grams
Dimensions 15.00 x 22.40 x 1.60 cms
Ksh 7,200.00
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If you read popular science, you might wonder what makes these books work. The use of language is the key. Olga A. Pilkington uses linguistic analysis to show how expert popularizers use the narratives, definitions, and voices of scientists to engage readers, promote the scientific community, and demonstrate the power of science.

If you read (or write) popular science, you might sometimes wonder: how do the authors manage to make subjects that once put you to sleep in science class both so entertaining and approachable? The use of language is key.

Based on analyses of popular science bestsellers, this linguistic study shows how expert popularizers use the voices and narratives of scientists to engage readers, demonstrating the power of science and portraying researchers as champions of knowledge. By doing so they often blur the lines between nonfiction and fiction, inviting readers to take part in thought experiments and turn ordinary scientists into omnipotent heroes.


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