9780521794749-0521794749-The Sociolinguistics of Sign Languages

The Sociolinguistics of Sign Languages

ISBN-13: 9780521794749
ISBN-10: 0521794749
Edition: Illustrated
Author: Ceil Lucas
Publication date: 2001
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Format: Paperback 280 pages
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ISBN-13: 9780521794749
ISBN-10: 0521794749
Edition: Illustrated
Author: Ceil Lucas
Publication date: 2001
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Format: Paperback 280 pages

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The Sociolinguistics of Sign Languages (ISBN-13: 9780521794749 and ISBN-10: 0521794749), written by authors Ceil Lucas, was published by Cambridge University Press in 2001. With an overall rating of 4.0 stars, it's a notable title among other Linguistics (Words, Language & Grammar , Sign Language, Social Sciences) books. You can easily purchase or rent The Sociolinguistics of Sign Languages (Paperback) from BooksRun, along with many other new and used Linguistics books and textbooks. And, if you're looking to sell your copy, our current buyback offer is $0.31.

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This is an accessible introduction to the major areas of sociolinguistics as they relate to sign languages and deaf communities. Clearly organized, it brings together a team of leading experts in sign linguistics to survey the field, and covers a wide range of topics including variation, multilingualism, bilingualism, language attitudes, discourse analysis, language policy and planning. Each chapter introduces the key issues in each area of inquiry and provides a comprehensive review of the literature. The book also includes suggestions for further reading and helpful exercises.

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