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The Social Stratification of English in New York City
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This second edition of a seminal work examines four decades of advancements in sociolinguistics, highlighting key findings and contributions made by William Labov. It delves into the evolution of language use within social contexts, offering insights into dialect variation and the relationship between language and identity. Labov's reflections on his research journey underscore the significance of sociolinguistics in understanding human communication and social dynamics.
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The Social Stratification of English in New York City, William Labov
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- 2006
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- Title
- The Social Stratification of English in New York City
- Language
- English
- Authors
- William Labov
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Released
- 2006
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 498
- ISBN13
- 9780521821223
- Category
- Language dictionaries and textbooks
- Description
- This second edition of a seminal work examines four decades of advancements in sociolinguistics, highlighting key findings and contributions made by William Labov. It delves into the evolution of language use within social contexts, offering insights into dialect variation and the relationship between language and identity. Labov's reflections on his research journey underscore the significance of sociolinguistics in understanding human communication and social dynamics.