Identities in context : individuals and discourse in action

Identities in Context is a comprehensive guide to contemporary discursive research on issues relating to identity across a variety of contexts. * Provides a comprehensive guide to contemporary discursive research on identity * Introduces themes and concepts in a structured way that allows readers to easier assimilate the different aspects of discourse and identity * Offers a narrative account of how discursive research has contributed to the understanding of various phenomena, such as interactions in legal and health care settings * Features several reader-friendly aids, including chapter outlines and a glossary of terms and concepts