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Book review: J Berenike Herrmann and Tony Berber Sardinha (eds), Metaphor in Specialist Discourse

more ethnographic approach to data gathering which includes direct observation, interviews and simulated recall sessions. Consequently, a wide array of interesting themes in face practices, such as ‘soliciting rapport’, ‘topicalizing unmet expectations’ and ‘implying and responding indirectly’ are identified. In this way, the study highlights the diversity and dynamics of communication in the workplace and opens up new perspectives on Chinese discursive practices. In summary, this book unveils and demystifies face practices in Chinese communication through compelling arguments based on strong empirical evidence. Its sound theoretical approach combined with its impressive body of empirical data make for an exemplary study that will be of great value to readers interested in discourse analysis and intercultural communication.