Romaine, Suzanne

Language in Society: An Introduction to Sociolinguistics

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ISBN 13:
9780198731924
author:
Romaine, Suzanne
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Oxford University Press, U.S.A.
language:
English
Publication Year:
2001
Pages:
280
Dimensions:
23.2 x 15.2 x 1.8 cm
Genre:
Sociolinguistics
Condition:
New
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£43.27

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Language in Society: An Introduction to Sociolinguistics by Suzanne Romaine provides a clear and accessible introduction to the field of sociolinguistics. This book explores the relationship between language and society, discussing how social factors influence our linguistic choices and how certain ways of speaking come to be vested with symbolic value. The text covers a range of topics, including language and social class, language and gender, language and education, and pidgins and creoles. Recent issues in the study of gender and other topics, such as the linguistic dimension to ethnic conflict and the controversy over Ebonics, are also examined. With examples drawn from cultures and languages around the world, this book offers a comprehensive understanding of the complex interactions between language and society. This new edition incorporates updated material on current issues in sociolinguistics, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the role of language in shaping our social world.

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