Sociolinguistics
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Sociolinguistics
The Francophone Caribbean Today: Literature, Language, Culture
Aub-Buscher, Gertrud, Noakes, Beverley Omerod
Paperback. The essays in this volume consider various literary and linguistic aspects of the Francophone Caribbean at the beginning of the 21st century. It covers such topics as Caribbean literary movements and the dynamics of the respective roles of Creole and the European standard language. Num Pages: 260 pages. BIC Classification: 1KJ; 2ADF; 2ZP; 3JM; CFB; DSBH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 17. Weight in Grams: 313.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- University of the West Indies Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789766401306
- ISBN
- 9789766401306
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 49.99€ 41.56
€ 49.99
€ 41.56
Paperback. Spanish is spoken in many countries around the world. Like all languages, it has regional and social variation. Spanish speakers in the US will invariably come into contact with this great variety. This book addresses these aspects of Spanish, while describing its most important linguistic features. No prior knowledge of linguistics is assumed. Series: New Perspectives on Language and Education. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: 2ADS; CFB; CFDC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 151 x 210 x 16. Weight in Grams: 356.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Channel View Publications Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781847691712
- ISBN
- 9781847691712
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Condition: New
€ 44.79
€ 44.79
Hardcover. An in depth examination of linguistic variation and change as a reflection of social convergence in the major French-speaking countries of Europe - France, Belgium and Switzerland. Considered in the context of linguistic levelling the book provides a detailed account of recent social and linguistic change in European French. Num Pages: 327 pages, 16 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 2ADF; CFB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 146 x 22. Weight in Grams: 478.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230219502
- ISBN
- 9780230219502
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 124.24
€ 124.24
Hardcover. The authors explore some of the ways in which standardization, ideology and linguistics are interrelated. Through a number of case studies they show how concepts such as grammaticality and structural change covertly rely on a false conceptualization of language, one that derives ultimately from standardization. Num Pages: 264 pages, biography. BIC Classification: CFA; CFB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 146 x 20. Weight in Grams: 462.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 266
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230296756
- ISBN
- 9780230296756
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.36
€ 122.36
Paperback. "Looking at language variation in French using linguistic data that has emerged in recent years from France, Belgium and Switzerland, and comparing it to other European countries, this comparative study sets out to track how language changes have followed social and attitudinal developments, giving it a particular sociolinguistic slant"-- Num Pages: 327 pages, 16 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: CFB; CJ; DSB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 18. Weight in Grams: 421.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 327
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349304974
- ISBN
- 9781349304974
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 122.90
€ 122.90
Paperback. The authors explore some of the ways in which standardization, ideology and linguistics are interrelated. Through a number of case studies they show how concepts such as grammaticality and structural change covertly rely on a false conceptualization of language, one that derives ultimately from standardization. Num Pages: 264 pages, biography. BIC Classification: CFA; CFB; CFF; CFGR; CFK; GTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349333943
- ISBN
- 9781349333943
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Condition: New
€ 123.06
€ 123.06
Paperback. Based on approaches from discourse analysis and sociolinguistics, this study proposes an analytical model focusing on the linguistic and discursive means narrators use to construct a variety of identities in everyday stories. This model is further exploited in language teaching to cultivate students' cultural sensitivity and critical literacy. Num Pages: 219 pages, biography. BIC Classification: CFB; CFGR; GTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 219
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349339426
- ISBN
- 9781349339426
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Condition: New
€ 64.46
€ 64.46
Hardcover. Based on approaches from discourse analysis and sociolinguistics, this study proposes an analytical model focusing on the linguistic and discursive means narrators use to construct a variety of identities in everyday stories. This model is further exploited in language teaching to cultivate students' cultural sensitivity and critical literacy. Num Pages: 219 pages, biography. BIC Classification: CFB; CFG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 141 x 17. Weight in Grams: 382.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230313958
- ISBN
- 9780230313958
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 64.47
€ 64.47
Paperback. This book explores the spread of English and English education across Greater China through sociolinguistic studies of mainland China, Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Macao. It offers in-depth analysis of English language use and education in economically booming areas of mainland China as well as underdeveloped regions like Xinjiang. Editor(s): Feng, Anwei (University of Bangor). Series: Bilingual Education and Bilingualism. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 2AB; CFB; CFDM; JNS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 210 x 150 x 19. Weight in Grams: 394.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Channel View Publications Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781847693495
- ISBN
- 9781847693495
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 50.38
€ 50.38
Hardcover. This book explores the linguistic and cultural identities of Sicilians in Australia, through conversations gathered within the family, survey data and interviews. The study is placed in the context of the family migrant experience and the shifting attitudes towards immigrant languages in Australia. Num Pages: 328 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1MBF; CFB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 138 x 23. Weight in Grams: 520.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137383679
- ISBN
- 9781137383679
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 124.11
€ 124.11
Paperback. This book explores the linguistic and cultural identities of Sicilians in Australia, through conversations gathered within the family, survey data and interviews. The study is placed in the context of the family migrant experience and the shifting attitudes towards immigrant languages in Australia. Num Pages: 312 pages, biography. BIC Classification: CB; CFB; CFF; JFFN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 18. Weight in Grams: 423.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349480623
- ISBN
- 9781349480623
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Condition: New
€ 122.45
€ 122.45
Language Planning and Policy: Issues in Language Planning and Literacy
Anthony J. . Ed(S): Liddicoat
Hardback. While literacy has always been central to language planning work, there are fewer studies which focus primarily on literacy as a language planning activity. This volume investigates the complex issues and social and political pressures relating to literacy in a variety of language planning contexts around the world. Editor(s): Liddicoat, Anthony J. Series: Language Planning and Policy. Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: CFB; CFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 263 x 186 x 22. Weight in Grams: 700.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Channel View Publications Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853599774
- ISBN
- 9781853599774
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 119.34
€ 119.34
paperback. In this important book, Surma combines threads from ethical, political, communications, sociological, feminist and discourse theories to explore the impact of writing in a range of contexts and illustrate the ways in which it can strengthen social connections. Num Pages: 188 pages, biography. BIC Classification: CB; CFB; CFGR; GTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 188
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2013
- SKU
- V9781349311125
- ISBN
- 9781349311125
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Condition: New
€ 63.16
€ 63.16
Hardcover.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230229938
- ISBN
- 9780230229938
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Condition: New
€ 64.93
€ 64.93
Hardcover. Num Pages: 220 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: CFB; CFG; HRQM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 15. Weight in Grams: 429.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 220
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781403942852
- ISBN
- 9781403942852
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Condition: New
€ 123.38
€ 123.38
Paperback. Num Pages: 208 pages, biography. BIC Classification: CB; CFB; HRA; HRAC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349521685
- ISBN
- 9781349521685
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 121.83
€ 121.83
Paperback. The Language, Society and Power Reader is the definitive reader for students studying introductory modules in language and society. Highly user-friendly, this wide-ranging collection of key readings introduces students to the thoughts and writings of major writers working within the area of sociolinguistics. Editor(s): Mooney, Annabelle; Peccei, Jean Stilwell; LaBelle, Suzanne; Henriksen, Berit Engoy; Eppler, Eva; Soden, Satori; Pichler, Pia; Irwin, Anthea. Num Pages: 400 pages, 20 black & white tables, 1 black & white halftones, 2 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: CFB. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 246 x 174 x 21. Weight in Grams: 636.
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 400
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780415430838
- ISBN
- 9780415430838
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 53.21
€ 53.21
Hardcover. This in-depth study of the use of pragmatic markers by Spanish and English teenagers offers insight into the currently under-investigated area of teenage talk through the analysis of the Corpus Oral de Lenguaje Adolescente de Madrid and The Bergen Corpus of London Teenage Talk. Num Pages: 149 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 2AB; 2ADS; CFB; CFFD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 167 x 17. Weight in Grams: 330.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Pivot
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137430373
- ISBN
- 9781137430373
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 63.61
€ 63.61
Paperback. READING BETWEEN THE SIGNS provides a perspective on a culture that is not widely understood: American Deaf culture, and explores the implications of cultural differences at the intersection of the Deaf and hearing worlds. Num Pages: 333 pages. BIC Classification: CFB; CFZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 155 x 227 x 25. Weight in Grams: 434.
- Publisher
- John Murray Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- Third Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781941176023
- ISBN
- 9781941176023
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 18.64
€ 26.99
€ 18.64
Paperback. Sociocultural linguistics has long conceived of languages as well-bounded,separate codes. But the increasing diversity of languages encountered by most people in their daily lives challenges this conception. This volume takes stock of the increasing diversity of linguistic phenomena and more. Editor(s): De Fina, Anna; Ikizoglu, Didem; Wegner, Jeremy. Series: Georgetown University Round Table on Languages & Linguistics Series. Num Pages: 256 pages, 44 figures, 9 tables, 44 figures, 9 tables. BIC Classification: CFB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 13. Weight in Grams: 295.
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781626164222
- ISBN
- 9781626164222
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 71.17
€ 71.17