Holmes, Janet, 1947- An introduction to sociolinguistics / Janet Holmes. - fourth edition - xix, 489 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm. - Learning about language . - Learning about language. . Includes bibliographical references (p.454-474) and index. ISBN: 9781408276747 (pbk.) RM115.86 1408276747 (pbk.) Subjects--Topical Terms: Sociolinguistics.