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Language weaponization / Luis Javier Pentón Herrera
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Pentón Herrera, Luis Javier, author.
- Series:
- Cambridge elements. Elements in language and power
- Cambridge elements. Elements in language and power, 2977-778X
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Language and culture.
- Language and languages.
- Language.
- Medical Subjects:
- Language.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource
- Place of Publication:
- Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 2026
- Summary:
- "This Element introduces the conceptualization of language weaponization, examining how dominant groups use language to control, marginalize, and harm minoritized communities. It proposes a three-phase framework- (1) stigmatization and othering, (2) dehumanization, and (3) harm-to explain how linguistic practices evolve from prejudice to violence, shaping both social structures and individual identities. Through analysis of the dynamics between dominant and minoritized groups and case studies focused on LGBTQ+ communities, the Element reveals the historical and ongoing consequences of weaponized language. Moving beyond critique, it advances a vision for transformation by positioning applied linguists as central actors in promoting societal healing. Further, storytelling is presented as a vital practice for (re)humanization and collective restoration. Ultimately, this Element invites readers to critically examine how language constructs power and to imagine its potential as a force for healing, peace, and goodness across diverse societies"-- Cambridge Core
- Contents:
- Language weaponization
- Language weaponization and dominant and minoritized groups
- Language weaponization and LGBTQ+ communities
- Moving forward with language weaponization
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references
- Online resource; title from PDF title page (Cambridge Core, viewed June 1, 2026)
- Other Format:
- Print version: Pentón Herrera, Luis Javier Language weaponization
- ISBN:
- 9781009789318
- 1009789317
- 9781009789325
- 1009789325
- OCLC:
- 1582439241
- Publisher Number:
- CIPO000359565
- CIPO000381854
- Access Restriction:
- Restricted for use by site license
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