How regional dialects develop through isolation or contact.
The second edition of the textbook follows a logical progression through these themes: Introduction to Sociolinguistics Language and Society (Definitions and Terminology) Place (Regional Dialects) Social Status Time (Language Change) Interaction Multilingualism Language Contact Attitudes and Ideologies Language as a Social Entity Accessing the Book (PDF and Formats) what is sociolinguistics gerard van herk pdf
The author provides supplementary materials, including PowerPoint slides and exercises, on the official companion website for both students and instructors. What Is Sociolinguistics? by Gerard Van Herk (2012-02-27) How regional dialects develop through isolation or contact