Reflecting a multitude of developments in the study of language change and variation over the last ten years, this extensively updated second edition features a

The Handbook of Language Variation and Change, written by a distinguished international roster of contributors, reflects the vitality and growth of the discipli

This handbook, written by a distinguished international roster of contributors, reflects the vitality and growth of the discipline in its multifaceted pursuits.

In line with the overall perspective of the Handbook series, the focus of Vol.9 is on language-related problems arising in the context of linguistic diversity a

This volume explores the linguistic complexities and critical issues of the Midland dialect area of the USA, and contains a unique data-based set of investigati