Sociolinguistics Linguistic Variation and Change |
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| Author:
| Kiesling, Scott F. |
| Series title: | Edinburgh Sociolinguistics Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-283-13314-2 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2011 |
| Publisher: | Edinburgh University Press
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| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $129.99 |
Book Description:
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The study of variation and change is at the heart of the sociolinguistics. Providing a wide survey of the field, this textbook is organised around three constraints on variation: linguistic structure, social structure and identity, and social and linguistic perception. By considering both structure and meaning, Scott F. Kiesling examines the most important issues surrounding variation theory, including canonical studies and terms as well as challenges to them.
The study of variation and change is at the heart of the sociolinguistics. Providing a wide survey of the field, this textbook is organised around three constraints on variation: linguistic structure, social structure and identity, and social and linguistic perception. By considering both structure and meaning, Scott F. Kiesling examines the most important issues surrounding variation theory, including canonical studies and terms as well as challenges to them.