An Introduction to Sociolinguistics Third Edition Janet Holmes Pearson Longman 2008 Good Condition

'In this classic introductory work, Janet Holmes examines the role of language in a variety of a social contexts and considers bith how language works and how it can be used to signal and interpret various aspects of social identity. Written with Holmes' customary enthusiasm, the book is divided into three sections which explain basic sociolinguistic concepts in the light of both classic approaches and the most recent research.'