Language and the Internet 2nd Edition by David Crystal ISBN 9781139164771 1139164771

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ISBN 10:   1139164771

ISBN 13: 9781139164771

Author: David Crystal

“Language and the Internet” (2nd Edition) by David Crystal is a seminal work exploring the relationship between language and the digital medium of the Internet. In this updated edition, Crystal, a leading linguist, examines how various forms of online communication — such as email, chatrooms, blogs, and social media — have influenced the evolution of language.

Key Themes and Description:
Internet Linguistics: Crystal introduces and develops the concept of “Internet linguistics,” studying how digital communication affects language structure and usage.

Mediums of Communication: The book analyzes how different platforms (e.g., emails, instant messaging, websites, blogs) encourage unique linguistic styles and conventions.

Language Change and Stability: It explores whether the Internet is degrading language or simply giving rise to new norms and creative expressions.

Global Impact: Crystal discusses how the Internet fosters linguistic diversity and multilingualism, while also facilitating the spread of English as a global lingua franca.

Updated Insights: The second edition includes expanded analysis of newer forms of communication (like social networking sites and text messaging) that weren’t as prominent in the first edition.

Notable Features:
Written in a clear, engaging, and accessible style.

Blends academic rigor with real-world examples.

Suitable for linguists, students, educators, and anyone interested in language change in the digital age.

Table of contents: 

1. A Linguistic Perspective

2. The Medium of Netspeak

3. Finding an Identity

4. The Language of E-mail

5. The Language of Chatgroups

6. The Language of Virtual Worlds

7. The Language of the Web

8. The Linguistic Future of the Internet

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