The Discourse of Powerlessness and Repression

The Discourse of Powerlessness and Repression

Hans J. Ladegaard

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Editorial:
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Año de edición:
2019
Materia
Migración, inmigración y emigración
ISBN:
9780367375942
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This book provides detailed discourse analysis of abused domestic helpers’ narratives in Hong Kong in their sharing sessions with other helpers, but it also explores larger issues such as global migration, exploitation, language and power, abuse and the psychology of evil, intergroup communication, and peer support and empowerment.

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