An introduction to sociolinguistics /
Ronald Wardhaugh.
- 4th ed.
- USA: Blackwell Pub., 2002.
- vi, 408p. : ill. ;
Includes bibliographical references (p. [382]-404) and index.
In this classic introductory work, Holmes and Wilson examine the role of language in a variety of social contexts. It is an essential introductory text for all students of sociolinguistics and a splendid point of reference for students of English language studies, linguistics and applied linguistics.