Date of Award
2010
Thesis Type
Masters
Document Type
Dissertation
Divisions
Faculty of Languages and Linguistics
Department
Department of English Language
Institution
Universiti Malaya
Abstract
This study examines the introductions in Tort textbooks to determine the structure and patternings used by writers of this genre. A model for the introduction is then proposed. Five introductions are selected and analysed using Bhatia's(1993) framework to identify the moves in Introductions. Through the stratification process of MOVES and STEPS, findings reveal that similar moves are found across the introductions that were analysed due to the common communicative purposes of the writers. The seven areas of importance in Tort introductions found are the introduction and aim of Tort, distinguishing Tort with other areas of law, the role of policy and insurance, no fault and strict liability principle, Human Rights Act 1998, compensation and finally the summation of the chapter all form the essential limbs to the law of Tort. It is hoped that this study will be of benefit to not only Tort textbook writers but also readers of this particular genre.
Additional Information
Dissertation (M.A.) – Faculty of Languages and Linguistics, Universiti Malaya, 2010.
Recommended Citation
Chooi Li, Tai, "Genre analysis of introductions in tort textbooks." (2010). Student Works (2010-2019). 85.
https://knova.um.edu.my/student_works_2010s/85
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