In:Linguistic Insecurities and Authorities: 19th- and 21st-century language commentary on French
Emma Humphries
[IMPACT: Studies in Language, Culture and Society 54] 2025
► pp. 129–165
Chapter 5Creating and negotiating authority
Le Courrier de Vaugelas (19th century) and the Courrier des internautes (21st century)
Published online: 10 April 2025
https://doi.org/10.1075/impact.54.c5
https://doi.org/10.1075/impact.54.c5
Article outline
- 5.1Data samples for qualitative analysis
- 5.2Use of external authorities
- 5.2.1Language reference works
- 5.2.2Literature
- 5.2.3Summary: References to authorities in the Courrier and Internautes
- 5.3Language use and rhetorical devices
- 5.3.1Language and correctness
- 5.3.2Advising and prescribing
- 5.3.3The use of personal pronouns
- 5.3.4Summary: Language use and rhetorical devices in the Courrier and Internautes
- 5.4Conclusion
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