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Title:

STUDYING DIALECT

By:

Rob Penhallurick

Format:

Paperback

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ISBN 10:

023020581X

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9780230205819

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Publisher:

PALGRAVE MACMILLAN

Pub. date:

13 January, 2016

Edition:

1st ed. 2017

Series:

Perspectives on the English Language

Pages:

304

Description:

This clear and comprehensive guide provides a detailed critical overview of the study of regional dialect in the English language, giving a complete history of work on dialects from the sixteenth century to the present day, from early dialect dictionaries to modern research in geolinguistics, and looking at English dialects across the world.

Synopsis:

The English language has a rich history, and the diversity of its dialects and variations has fascinated students and scholars for centuries. Studying Dialect is an accessible first introduction to the study of the dialects of English as they are spoken around the world, from the earliest dialect dictionaries of the sixteenth century to contemporary research emerging from the field of geolinguistics. An ideal companion for students who are new to the field of language variation, Studying Dialect:* Provides full coverage of all the main schools of thought, presenting scholarly research in language that's accessible and easy to follow* Is richly illustrated with figures and maps which enhance understanding of the essential links between population movement and linguistic change* Suggests a variety of projects and further reading to support readers in their exploration of this dynamic and still-developing field Illuminating one of the most productive fields of interest in language study, this compelling book is essential reading for students of dialect and regional difference in English.

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304 p.

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