This study explores the implications of the post-structuralist discursive theories for a new
approach to the study of communication. Drawing on the theories of discourse developed by
Foucault and Bourdieu, the study suggests a theoretical framework for a critical analysis of
discursive practices. The framework is applied to the analysis of the discourse on
pornography in South Africa. The application of the theoretical framework illustrates the
utility of such a framework as a method for analysis and critique of discourse and provides
insights into the controversy about pornography. The implication of the discursive theories
for the study of communication are explored. / Communication Science / M.A. (Communication)
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:netd.ac.za/oai:union.ndltd.org:unisa/oai:uir.unisa.ac.za:10500/16086 |
| Date | 01 1900 |
| Creators | Sonderling, Stefan |
| Contributors | Fourie, P.J. |
| Source Sets | South African National ETD Portal |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Dissertation |
| Format | 1 online resource (iv, 206 leaves) |
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