The Linguistics of Social Media 1st Edition

Capture the changing grammar of our online lives with The Linguistics of Social Media, 1st Edition by Andreea S. Calude. This authoritative, accessible guide explores how language adapts across platforms — from Twitter threads and Instagram captions to messaging apps and niche forums — making it an essential read for linguists, communications professionals, and curious readers worldwide.

Dive into clear explanations of discourse strategies, multimodal meaning-making, hashtag pragmatics, emoji semantics, and the sociolinguistic forces shaping digital dialects. Calude combines rigorous research with real-world examples, offering tools for analyzing online interaction, identifying patterns of identity construction, and understanding language change in fast-moving digital environments. Chapters balance theory and practice, ideal for coursework, research, or professional development in media studies, marketing, and UX writing.

Whether you’re a student in London, a researcher in Toronto, a social media manager in Sydney, or a language enthusiast anywhere, this book helps you interpret and influence online communication with confidence. Expect engaging case studies, clear terminology, and insights that translate across global contexts.

Perfect for classroom adoption, independent study, or as a reference on your shelf, The Linguistics of Social Media equips you to read the social web with a critical, informed eye. Order your copy today and deepen your understanding of how language lives—and evolves—online.

Note: eBooks do not include supplementary materials such as CDs, access codes, etc.