Book Details
Format
Paperback / Softback
Book Series
Cambridge Approaches to Linguistics
ISBN-10
0521456630
ISBN-13
9780521456630
Edition
2 Revised edition
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Imprint
Cambridge University Press
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Sep 24th, 1998
Print length
516 Pages
Weight
604 grams
Dimensions
20.30 x 12.70 x 3.20 cms
Product Classification:
Sociolinguistics
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In this clear and reliable introduction to the field of sociolinguistics, Downes discusses the relationships between language variation and large-scale social factors. This thoroughly revised edition includes an analysis of language standardisation, language conflict and planning.
This thoroughly revised and updated edition of Downes' textbook is an accessible introduction to the social aspects of language and their various explanations. Topics covered include domains of language use, language change, code-switching, speech as social action, and the nature of meaning and understanding. This second edition includes an analysis of language standardisation, language conflict and planning.
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