T. A. van Dijk

Teun A. van Dijk is a Dutch scholar renowned for his work in discourse analysis and critical discourse studies. He examines how language shapes social power, inequality, and control, analyzing texts and conversations to uncover underlying ideologies and societal structures. His approach combines linguistics with social sciences, helping us understand how language influences perceptions and reinforces social hierarchies. Van Dijk’s work is influential in studying media, politics, and communication, offering insights into how language can both reflect and perpetuate social differences.