About the series
Since its emergence as a field of study within linguistics in the 1970s, Language, Gender and Sexuality has grown exponentially to become one of the most popular areas of study for undergraduate students of linguistics and related disciplines. The field has developed its own theories, methodologies and analytical frameworks which have been applied to a range of contexts such as education, workplaces, law and media. The need for developing a greater understanding of the role of language in upholding and challenging gender- and sexuality-based inequalities has grown in response to increased public awareness of real-world problems such as gender-based violence, homophobic and transphobic hate crimes and hate speech, and a range of structural inequalities relating to gender and sexuality. The Cambridge Elements in Language, Gender and Sexuality series highlights the role of language in understanding issues, identities and relationships in relation to multiple genders and sexualities. The series provides a comprehensive home for key topics in Language, Gender and Sexuality which readers can consult for up-to-date coverage and the latest developments in the field.
Cambridge Elements in Language, Gender and Sexuality will be of interest to undergraduate, graduate students and academic researchers at all career levels who are looking for a reliable and in-depth introduction to key elements in Language, Gender and Sexuality. Many undergraduate linguistics courses in the UK, North America and elsewhere contain specific modules on Language, Gender and Sexuality (or similar). Some postgraduate courses in linguistics also cover work on gender and sexuality, especially those programmes which focus on sociolinguistics and applied linguistics. Given that the series consists of contributions that are shorter than monographs but longer than journal articles, this will facilitate publication of contributions that speak more directly to activist campaigns and initiatives, and contributions which are more policy and practice-oriented in their focus. The format of contributions to the series also means that some Elements can be developed for very specific audience and events (e.g. use at workshops, conference, short courses and summer schools).
