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The way we talk is deeply influenced by our class, sex and ethnic background. It can also have a profound effect on how we are perceived by others. In this fully updated edition of a classic text, Peter Trudgill explores the evidence -- and the huge implications for social and educational policy.

List of Figures, Maps and Tables	p. vii
Acknowledgements	p. ix
Phonetic Symbols	p. xi
Sociolinguistics--Language and Society	p. 1
Language and Social Class	p. 23
Language and Ethnic Group	p. 42
Language and Sex	p. 61
Language and Context	p. 81
Language and Social Interaction	p. 105
Language and Nation	p. 119
Language and Geography	p. 147
Language and Contact	p. 165
Language and Humanity	p. 185
Annotated Bibliography and Further Reading	p. 205
Index	p. 211
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Sociolinguistics An Introduction to Language and Society

Sociolinguistics An Introduction to Language and Society

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