Sociolinguistics: An Introduction to Language and Society

by Peter Trudgill

Book Overview

The way we talk is deeply influenced by our class, sex and ethnic background. it can also have a profound effect on how we are perceived by others. in this fully updated new edition of a classic text, Peter Trudgill explores the evidence - and the huge implications for social and educational policy . Why do men swear more than women? How do speech styles of most Black Americans, and whites growing up in 'Black areas' differ from those of other whites?...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0140289216
• ISBN13: 9780140289213
• Release Date: August 2001
• Publisher: Penguin Books
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.1" x 7.8"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher

Customer Reviews

wonderful introduction to an exciting area

I feel compelled to provide an American perspective of this work. A newcomer to the field of sociolinguistics, I found the book both fascinating and enticing; I now have no doubt that I will pursue linguistics in college next year. Dialectical differences within such nations as Switzerland, Luxembourg and Norway are delved into and discussed not exclusively in a linguistic context, but in social and political contexts as well. Trudgull's book is refreshingly absent of the ponderous esoteric jargon that so often detracts from "niche" works, and which effectively prevent "neophytes" from enjoying the subject. Well done.

intrest toward sociolinguistics

I'm Japanese high school student. Having been intrested in linguistics fora long time, I decided to try this book. It was pretty dificul for me in terms of words and vocablary but this book let ma have an intrest toward sociolinguistics. This book contains a lot of examples. ( I couldn't fugure out all of them, though. ) And made me realize we never can say "correct English" or somewhat. If there is anyone who is intrested in linguistics, please giveme a line. I hope to share our knowledge anf the way of thought.