The International Encyclopedia of Linguistic Anthropology

A unique, comprehensive four-volume reference work, representing the combined insights of the leading authorities in linguistic anthropology

Wiley Blackwell's International Encyclopedia of Linguistic Anthropology is a key scholarly reference for researchers working in linguistic anthropology, communication studies, education, psychology, and sociology, as well as those involved in language revitalization and other community and applied linguistics programs. The only encyclopedia of its kind, this field-encompassing work serves as an essential reference on the history, development, and modern advancements of the full field of linguistic anthropology. However, the encyclopedia is not limited to coverage of the standard canon, but rather is a forward-looking account of the field, addressing the latest―sometimes even controversial―issues in the discipline. With entries authored by leading international scholars, the encyclopedia's key areas of content include language, thought, and culture; language evolution, acquisition and socialization; language ideologies; speech communities; language, race, and ethnicity; multilingualism and globalization; performance and verbal arts; and literacy and schooling. This essential reference work:

Provides complete coverage of the field of linguistic anthropology

Covers subjects of both new and longstanding interest in the field

Includes over 300 entries by international experts

Stands as the only encyclopedia of its kind to provide an overview of the goals and scientific techniques in the field

Acts as an important resource for linguistic anthropologists, linguists, and other social scientists

In four comprehensive volumes comprising more than 300 unique entries, this encyclopedia offers authoritative coverage on the leading figures and major events in the development of linguistic anthropology, the theoretical frameworks behind contemporary practice, the methodologies and technologies of modern fieldwork, and the leading developments in new research.

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From the Inside Flap

In recent decades, linguistic anthropology has become an increasingly sophisticated and broad-ranging field of study. Students and researchers alike must master a wide range of methods and techniques of analysis from linguistic to ethnographic to technical. To support the changing needs of this evolving discipline, Wiley Blackwell's International Encyclopedia of Linguistic Anthropology offers a new and integrated perspective on linguistic anthropology, ideal for the growing pedagogical and professional needs in the field. The only encyclopedia of its kind, this unique reference work serves academic, educational, and communication experts who strive to increase their understanding of the roles of language and culture.

In four comprehensive volumes comprising more than 300 unique entries, written by over 200 international scholars together with seven Associate Editorsamong the very top experts in the fieldthis encyclopedia offers authoritative coverage on the leading figures and major events in the development of linguistic anthropology, the theoretical frameworks behind contemporary practice, the methodologies and technologies of modern fieldwork, and the leading developments in new research. However, the encyclopedia is not limited to coverage of the standard canon, but rather is a forward-looking account of the field, addressing the latestsometimes even controversialissues in the discipline. With contributions written by leading scholars working all over the world, this encyclopedia provides a rigorous and thorough overview of the whole of the field, with a keen attention for recent trends, ongoing developments, and discipline-shaping debates.

Key areas of content include language, thought, and culture; language evolution, acquisition, and socialization; language ideologies; speech communities; language, race, and ethnicity; multilingualism and globalization; performance and verbal arts; and literacy and schooling. A valuable reference for researchers and students alike, the International Encyclopedia of Linguistic Anthropology stands as an unprecedentedly thorough resource on linguistic anthropology.

From the Back Cover

In recent decades, linguistic anthropology has become an increasingly sophisticated and broad-ranging field of study. Students and researchers alike must master a wide range of methods and techniques of analysis from linguistic to ethnographic to technical. To support the changing needs of this evolving discipline, Wiley Blackwell's International Encyclopedia of Linguistic Anthropology offers a new and integrated perspective on linguistic anthropology, ideal for the growing pedagogical and professional needs in the field. The only encyclopedia of its kind, th