Introduction to sociolinguistics / (Record no. 33675)

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020 ## - INTERNATIONAL STANDARD BOOK NUMBER
International Standard Book Number 9781836594338
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Classification number P40
Item number .N48 2025
082 00 - DEWEY DECIMAL CLASSIFICATION NUMBER
Classification number 306.44
Item number N499i
Edition number 23
100 1# - MAIN ENTRY--PERSONAL NAME
Personal name Nguyen, Lucas,
Relator term author.
245 10 - TITLE STATEMENT
Title Introduction to sociolinguistics /
Statement of responsibility, etc. Lucas Nguyen.
264 #1 - PRODUCTION, PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION, MANUFACTURE, AND COPYRIGHT NOTICE
Place of production, publication, distribution, manufacture London, United Kingdom :
Name of producer, publisher, distributor, manufacturer ED-Tech Press,
Date of production, publication, distribution, manufacture, or copyright notice 2025.
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Extent vii, 252 pages ;
Dimensions 26 cm.
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Media type term unmediated
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General note Includes index.
505 0# - FORMATTED CONTENTS NOTE
Formatted contents note Introduction -- Spoken English communication -- Linguistic and cultural transformations -- Prescriptive, descriptive, and social linguistics -- Phonetic analysis of English -- Relationship among languages -- Linguistics anthropology and language -- Social identity in written English -- Mechanism of speech.
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Summary, etc. "Introduction to Sociolinguistics offers a comprehensive exploration of the relationship between language and society, providing a foundational understanding of sociolinguistic theories and applications. This textbook is designed for students, researchers, educators, and anyone interested in how language functions within diverse social contexts. The book begins by defining sociolinguistics and its scope, covering key concepts such as language variation, language change, multilingualism, and language attitudes. It explores how factors such as region, social class, ethnicity, gender, and identity influence language use and variation. "Introduction to Sociolinguistics" examines methodologies for studying language in society, including quantitative and qualitative approaches to data collection and analysis. It discusses the role of linguistic variation in constructing social identities, the impact of globalization on language diversity, and language policy and planning. Through case studies, real-world examples, and practical applications, this textbook illustrates how sociolinguistic research informs our understanding of language dynamics in communities and across cultures. It addresses contemporary issues such as language endangerment, language rights, and the implications of linguistic diversity in educational and institutional settings. Overall, "Introduction to Sociolinguistics" equips readers with the tools and insights to critically analyze language use, variation, and change in social contexts, fostering a deeper appreciation of the role of language in shaping and reflecting societal norms and values"-- Back cover.
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Topical term or geographic name entry element Sociolinguistics.
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Classification part 306.44
Item part N499i
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Edition 23
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