Chapter 1 Popular Science and Language of Science
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Studies on the Language of Science
1.3 Studies on Popular Science
1.3.1 Differentiating Science and Popular-Science Discourses
1.3.2 Focusing on Popular-Science Discourses
Chapter 2 Theoretical Framework
Chapter 3 Ideational Interrelation: Semiotic Reconstruction
3.1 Discourse Description
3.1.1 Logico-Semantic Relations
3.1.2 Transitivity
3.1.3 Ideational Frame of Reference
3.2 Analysis and Interpretation
3.2.1 Interrelation Between Clauses
3.2.2 Interrelation Beyond Clauses
Chapter 4 Interpersonal Interrelation: Power-Solidarity Balance
4.1 Discourse Description
4.1.1 Mood System
4.1.2 Appraisal System
4.1.3 Authorial Interference
4.2 Interpretation
4.2.1 Voice and Authorial Identity
4.2.2 Power and Solidarity
Chapter 5 Textual Interrelation: From Textuality to Intertextuality
5.1 Textual Analysis
5.1.1 Theme-Rheme System
5.1.2 Cohesive Ties
5.1.3 Discourse Structure
5.2 Intertextual Analysis
5.2.1 Description of Nine Intertextual Units
5.2.2 Intertextual Features
Chapter 6 Discussions
6.1 Functional Stylistic Relation: Beyond Obsession with Words
6.2 Textuality and Intertextuality
6.3 Continuum of Registers
Chapter 7 Conclusions
7.1 Major Findings
7.2 Theoretical Contributions and Practical Implications
7.3 Limitations and Suggestions for Future Studies
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