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The Guidebook to Sociolinguistics (Introducing Linguistics)
Allan Bell
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Description for The Guidebook to Sociolinguistics (Introducing Linguistics)
Paperback. The Guidebook to Sociolinguistics presents a comprehensive introduction to the main concepts and terms of sociolinguistics, and of the goals, methods, and findings of sociolinguistic research. Num Pages: 386 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: CF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 243 x 172 x 18. Weight in Grams: 590.
The Guidebook to Sociolinguistics presents a comprehensive introduction to the main concepts and terms of sociolinguistics, and of the goals, methods, and findings of sociolinguistic research.
- Introduces readers to the methodology and skills of doing hands-on research in this field
- Features chapter-by-chapter classic and contemporary case studies, exercises, and examples to enhance comprehension
- Offers wide-ranging coverage of topics across sociolinguistics. It begins with multilingualism, and moves on through language choice and variation to style and identity
- Takes students through the challenges involved in conducting their own research project
- Written by one of the leading figures in sociolinguistics
Product Details
Publisher
Wiley-Blackwell
Number of pages
386
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
Weight
589g
Number of Pages
392
Place of Publication
Hoboken, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780631228660
SKU
V9780631228660
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Ref
99-50
About Allan Bell
Allan Bell is Professor of Language and Communication, and Director of the Institute of Culture, Discourse and Communication at Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand. He is the Editor of the Journal of Sociolinguistics (Wiley Blackwell), and author or editor of several books on language and media and on New Zealand languages.
Reviews for The Guidebook to Sociolinguistics (Introducing Linguistics)
“an accessible introduction … a beginner-friendly structure … an enticing introduction for undergraduate students … the author draws an inspiring picture of his research field that appeals to both the heart and the head … the exercises adapt well to most levels of linguistic knowledge - the voice of the guide is clear and articulate - this is an effortless ... Read more