Introduction to hypocrisy

Sandrine Sorlin, Tuija Virtanen

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Abstract

This introductory chapter approaches hypocrisy (i) as misalignment between two inconsistent elements and (ii) as a sham of some kind, through a transdisciplinary discussion of the notion in public and academic discourse. Presenting the aim of the volume and the rationale behind it, we argue for a broad perspective on hypocrisy in this first contribution of pragmatics towards understanding what appears to be a ubiquitous and multifaceted phenomenon. Encompassing emic and etic approaches, the chapters included in the volume jointly shed light on ideas and practices related to the complex notion. A general overview is provided to account for the connections and relevance of the different parts.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationThe Pragmatics of Hypocrisy
EditorsSandrine Sorlin, Tuija Virtanen
PublisherJohn Benjamins
Chapter1
Pages1-14
ISBN (Electronic)9789027247056
ISBN (Print)9789027247056, 9789027247056, 9789027247056, 9789027247056, 9789027247056, 9789027214614
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Mar 2024
MoE publication typeA3 Part of a book or another research book

Publication series

NamePragmatics and Beyond New Series
Volume343
ISSN (Print)0922-842X

Keywords

  • (in)sincerity, deception, misalignment, ethics, moral, sham, malign hypocrisy, benign hypocrisy, verbal hypocrisy, doublespeak

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