Introduction 1. The wood and the trees: Introducing discourse 2. Keep your distance: Doing discourse from a critical perspective 3. Untangling the web: Dealing with language data 4. The devil is in the detail: Language and itsmeaning-making resources 5. Might is right: Language and power 6. Who do you think you are? Language and identity 7. Siren voices: Language and persuasion 8. Mind the gap: A critical appraisal of critical approaches to discourse Conclusion.

This book is a timely contribution to the intersection of discourse studies, management and organization research. With a deep understanding of linguistic and applied discourse analysis and critical management studies, it is essential reading for students and scholars interested in applying language and discourse perspectives to a range of interesting organizational phenomena.' - Pekka Palli, Aalto University, Finland 'It is very clear that Gerlinde Mautner is drawing on extensive experience of introducing students and researchers to the significance of critical discourse analysis for management and organisation studies. It is a delight to read and is quite simply the most engaging and accessible text of its kind.' - Jon Hindmarsh, King's College London, UK 'Mautner has written an excellent book, which fills a void in the literature. The approach and level of the writing makes this book most suitable not only for students, but also for researchers who want to learn about CDA and what it offers for the understanding of private and public sector management and organizations.' - Patricia A.L. Ehrensal, The College of New Jersey, USA