Richard Bauman Knihy

Classic case studies surveying the use, role and function of language and speech in social life.

Focusing on critical legal scholarship from the mid-1970s to the mid-1980s, Bauman analyzes significant themes and arguments that shaped the field during its formative decade in the U.S. The examination delves into the evolution of legal thought, highlighting key debates and the impact of social and political contexts on legal interpretations and practices.

The book delves into the emergence of the Quakers in seventeenth-century England, highlighting their unique communication style and the role of silence in defining their religious identity. It provides a fresh perspective on early Quaker history, exploring how these distinctive ways of speaking contributed to the movement's growth amidst the era's spiritual and intellectual challenges.