English Dialect Dictionary Online: A New Departure in English Dialectology

The English Dialect Dictionary (1898-1905) by Joseph Wright is a comprehensive digital database resource, EDD Online, that provides access to dialect data from the British Isles, Ireland, USA, Canada, South Africa, and other colonial regions. This book is a user guide to EDD Online, offering step-by-step instructions, illustrations, and an appendix with full-color figures. It discusses dialectological issues and demonstrates the interface's potential to contribute to research in dialectology, historical linguistics, corpus linguistics, lexicography, and sociolinguistics.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 203 pages
Publication date: 07 June 2023
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

The English Dialect Dictionary, authored by Joseph Wright between 1898 and 1905, stands as a remarkable achievement in the realm of dialectology. Spanning a decade of diligent research and compilation, this comprehensive dictionary encompasses a vast array of English dialects found across the British Isles, Ireland, the United States, Canada, South Africa, and other colonial regions. Recognizing the importance of preserving and disseminating this linguistic heritage, the dictionary has been digitally revitalized as a freely accessible database resource known as EDD Online. This digital platform offers unprecedented access to a wealth of dialect data, allowing scholars, researchers, and language enthusiasts to delve into the rich tapestry of English dialects worldwide.

This book serves as an invaluable guide to EDD Online, providing step-by-step instructions and illustrated screenshots to facilitate its effective utilization. It delves into the intricacies of dialectology, encompassing phonetics, pragmatics, and the customization of searches to address specific linguistic concerns. By demonstrating the interface's immense potential, the book showcases how EDD Online can contribute to research in diverse disciplines such as dialectology, historical linguistics, corpus linguistics, lexicography, and sociolinguistics.

The English Dialect Dictionary, with its extensive coverage and digital accessibility, stands as a testament to the enduring significance of dialectology and the invaluable contributions of Joseph Wright in preserving and advancing our understanding of the diverse linguistic landscape.

Weight: 310g
Dimension: 152 x 229 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781108814447