{"title":"William Labov","description":"\u003cp\u003eWilliam Labov's works delve into the intricate patterns of language change and variation, offering profound insights into the dynamics of sociolinguistics. His writing is essential for anyone interested in understanding how language evolves within communities and across generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRooted in rigorous research and clear analysis, Labov's books serve as foundational texts in \u003cem\u003eEducation \u0026amp; Reference\u003c\/em\u003e, presenting complex linguistic theories with clarity and depth. Readers can expect thoughtful examination of linguistic principles that shape communication and society.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"principles-of-linguistic-change-volume-1-by-william-labov-9780631179146","title":"Principles of Linguistic Change, Volume 1","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book develops the general principles of linguistic change that form the foundations of historical linguistics, dialectology, and sociolinguistics. It is concerned with the factors that govern the internal development of linguistic structures: the mechanisms of change, the constraints on change, and the ways in which change is embedded in the larger linguistic system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it is generally believed that linguistic change is a product of earlier times, and that local dialects are disappearing, this work shows that rapid change is in progress in the cities of America and England, so that urban dialects are becoming more and more differentiated. Instrumental studies of these changes develop a new view of phonological space which allows the resolution of long-standing paradoxes of historical linguistics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrinciples of Linguistic Change, Volume 1\u003c\/em\u003e then develops the general principles governing mergers and splits, which alter linguistic structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47461309546732,"sku":"9780631179146","price":92.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780631179146-principles-of-linguistic-change-volume-1.jpg?v=1774964362"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/william-labov.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}