Linguistic Variation and Change

by Scott F. Kiesling

Book Overview

The study of variation and change is at the heart of the sociolinguistics. Providing a wide survey of the field, this textbook is organised around three constraints on variation: linguistic structure, social structure and identity, and social and linguistic perception. By considering both structure and meaning, Scott F. Kiesling examines the most important issues surrounding variation theory, including canonical studies and terms, as well as challenges...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0748637621
• ISBN13: 9780748637621
• Release Date: April 2011
• Publisher: Edinburgh University Press
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.2"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher