Beyond Nineteen Eighty-Four: Doublespeak in a Post-Orwellian Age

The book is in good condition with a solid trade paperback binding. The cover shows minimal wear, and the pages are clean and unmarked. There is no dust jacket, as typical for this format. The spine is intact with no creasing, ensuring the book remains a durable addition to any collection.

Beyond Nineteen Eighty-Four: Doublespeak in a Post-Orwellian Age, edited by William Lutz, was published by the National Council of Teachers of English in 1989. This trade paperback edition explores the concept of doublespeak, a term popularized by George Orwell in his novel Nineteen Eighty-Four, and its implications in contemporary language and politics. William Lutz, a noted authority on language and doublespeak, compiles essays that delve into the manipulation of language in political and social contexts. This edition is especially relevant for students and scholars of language, communication, and political science. The book is in good condition, with a sturdy binding and clean pages. As a focused exploration on the use of language in shaping public perception, it remains a significant academic resource.