This book reveals a theory that has recently become influential in Indonesian linguistics, namely critical linguistics. Applying an academic approach, critical linguists seek to reveal how power (and violence) is represented through language. Furthermore, they attempt to promote social equality by ensuring that speakers and their speech partners are on level ground in their verbal communications. This book is dedicated to everyone with an interest in linguistics, humanities, and social sciences, as well as all of its readers. It is hoped that this book can theoretically and practically benefit linguists, language teachers, students, translators, and other professionals. In order to create constructive academic dialog and shared truth-seeking, the author would appreciate critical input from readers.