An introduction to sociolinguistics (4th edition)

Sociolinguistics is the study of the interaction between language and society. In this classic introductory work, Janet Holmes examines the role of language in a variety of social contexts, considering both how language works and how it can be used to signal and interpret various aspects of social identity. Written with Holmes' customary enthusiasm, the book is divided into three sections which explain basic sociolinguistic concepts in the light of classic approaches as well as introducing more recent research.

An introduction to sociolinguistics (4th edition)

Holmes, J.

Routledge

2013

Abstract

Sociolinguistics is the study of the interaction between language and society. In this classic introductory work, Janet Holmes examines the role of language in a variety of social contexts, considering both how language works and how it can be used to signal and interpret various aspects of social identity. Written with Holmes' customary enthusiasm, the book is divided into three sections which explain basic sociolinguistic concepts in the light of classic approaches as well as introducing more recent research.

This fourth edition has been revised and updated throughout using key concepts and examples to guide the reader through this fascinating area, including:

- New sections on:

• koines and koineisation
• linguistic landscapes
• New Englishes
• Stylisation
• language and sexuality
• societal approaches to attitude research
• forensic linguistics

- A new selection of informative examples, exercises and maps

-Fully updated further reading and references sections

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Holmes, J. An introduction to sociolinguistics (4th edition). Routledge, 2013.

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