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Sociolinguistics,The Essential Readings

Publication Year: 2003
Publisher: Blackwell Publishing
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Editor: Christina Bratt Paulston, University of Pittsburgh
Editor: G Richard Tucker, Carnegie Mellon University


Abstract:

Sociolinguistics: The Essential Readings is a collection of classic
articles that have helped define the field of sociolinguistics and
provide the foundation for future research, paired with more recent
articles which indicate the direction the field has taken.

- Offers a collection of classic articles that helped to define the
field of sociolinguistics paired with more contemporary articles.
- Contextualizes the history of the subject matter and helps students
understand the progression of intellectual development in the field.
- Includes an editorial introduction written by two prominent
researchers in the field, as well as recommendations for further
readings.

Hardback: ISBN: 0631227164, Pages: 520, Price: $74.95
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Paperback: ISBN: 0631227172, Pages: 520, Price: $39.95
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