Historical Sociolinguistics

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Gijsbert Rutten (Universiteit Leiden, Netherlands) Rik Vosters (Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Belgium)

Historical Sociolinguistics

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Gijsbert Rutten (Universiteit Leiden, Netherlands), Rik Vosters (Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Belgium)

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Cambridge University Press
08 January 2026

Language: history & general works; Sociolinguistics; Historical & comparative linguistics

Series: Key Topics in Sociolinguistics

Historical Sociolinguistics is the study of the relationship between language and society in its historical dimension. This is the first textbook to introduce this vibrant field, based on examples and case studies taken from a variety of languages. Chapters begin with clear explanations of core concepts, which are then applied to historical contexts from different languages, such as English, French, Hindi and Mandarin. The volume uses several pedagogical methods, allowing readers to gain a deeper understanding of the theory and of examples. A list of key terms is provided, covering the main theoretical and methodological issues discussed. The book also includes a range of exercises and short further reading sections for students. It is ideal for students of sociolinguistics and historical linguistics, as well as providing a basic introduction to historical sociolinguistics for anyone with an interest in linguistics or social history.

By: Gijsbert Rutten (Universiteit Leiden Netherlands), Rik Vosters (Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Belgium)
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Weight: 458g
ISBN: 9781108714037
ISBN 10: 110871403X
Series: Key Topics in Sociolinguistics
Pages: 260
Publication Date: 08 January 2026
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

1. What is historical sociolinguistics?; 2. Language variation and change; 3. Dialect contact; 4. Standardisation; 5. Networks, communities and individuals; 6. Genre, speech and writing; 7. Language history from below; 8. Attitudes, ideologies and language myths; 9. Multilingualism and language contact; 10. Language planning.

Gijsbert Rutten is Professor of Dutch Linguistics at Leiden University. His research topics include standardization, language policy, language contact and multilingualism. Rik Vosters is Professor of Dutch Linguistics and Historical Sociolinguistics at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB). His research interests include historical sociolinguistics, language variation and change, and language policy and language planning.