Publisher's Synopsis
Language and Society by Joseph Bram is a comprehensive book that explores the complex relationship between language and society. The book delves into the ways in which language is used to communicate, create identity, and establish social hierarchies. It examines the impact of language on social and cultural practices, as well as the ways in which language reflects and reinforces social norms and values. The book covers a wide range of topics, including language acquisition and development, language variation and change, multilingualism and language contact, language and gender, language and power, and language and globalization. It draws on a variety of disciplines, including linguistics, sociology, anthropology, psychology, and cultural studies, to provide a comprehensive overview of the field of language and society.Throughout the book, Bram uses real-world examples and case studies to illustrate the concepts and theories presented. He also provides practical applications of the information, such as how to conduct language research and how to address language-related issues in different contexts.Overall, Language and Society is a valuable resource for students and scholars in the fields of linguistics, sociology, anthropology, and cultural studies, as well as anyone interested in the ways in which language shapes and is shaped by society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.