Why Do Linguistics?

<b>What do we need to know about language and why do we need to know it?</b><br/><b><br/></b>Providing the essential tools with which to analyse and talk about language this book demonstrates the relevance of linguistics to our understanding of the world around us. <br/><br/> This second edition includes: <br/><br/>- Discussion of key areas of contemporary interest such as neo-pronouns translanguaging and communication in the digital arena<br/>-Two brand new chapters exploring language and identity and language and social media<br/>- A range of new and international examples<br/>- New and updated references and suggested readings<br/>- Tasks to aid learning at the end of each chapter<br/> - A glossary of key terms.<br/><br/>Introducing a set of practical tools for language analysis and using numerous examples of authentic communicative activity such as overheard conversations social media posts advertisements and public announcements <i>Why Do Linguistics?</i>explores language and language use from a social intercultural and multilingual perspective showing how this kind of analysis works and what it can tell us about social interaction. Also accompanied by a new companion website featuring audio video and other supportive resources for students and teachers this book will help you to become an informed active noticer of language.