This second edition of Miriam Meyerhoff’s widely acclaimed textbook is enhanced by the Routledge Sociolinguistics Reader and shared online resources. It offers a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the interdisciplinary nature of sociolinguistics, addressing foundational issues, recent developments, and ongoing debates. Classic examples are reinterpreted in fresh ways, and new illustrations from diverse languages and social contexts enrich the discussion. The book explains the systematic patterns underlying language variation and shows how shifts between language varieties can signal personal style, social power, and national identity.
New to the second edition:
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broader coverage of politeness theory, incorporating research from a wide international base;
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expanded discussions of multilingualism and code-switching, social class, dialect contact, and methods for tracking language change over time;
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integration with the new Routledge Sociolinguistics Reader, allowing students to extend and deepen the material presented in the textbook;
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a shared companion website offering web and video links, interactive activities, and an expanded online glossary;
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an updated layout designed to make both the textbook and reader easier to navigate.
Each chapter contains exercises that encourage critical engagement, boxed sections that link sociolinguistics to linguistic and social theory, and short, lively additions that make the material engaging and memorable. With its comprehensive glossary and recommendations for further reading, this textbook equips students with everything they need for a strong understanding of sociolinguistics.
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