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Purrieties of Language: How We Talk about Cats Online

Purrieties of Language: How We Talk about Cats Online

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Cats have taken over the Internet, and their influence on language has been growing. This innovative book explores the cyber Cativerse, analyzing online language variation and explaining key linguistic concepts through the lens of cat-related communication. With examples from platforms like Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter, it is a must-read for anyone interested in how language is used online.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 200 pages
Publication date: 27 April 2023
Publisher: Cambridge University Press


Cats have conquered the Internet, and their influence extends to linguistics! Since the rise of social media, cats have become a central topic in online communication, with numerous cat-related accounts worldwide. This phenomenon has led to the development of a unique genre of cat-inspired vocabulary. On our special social media accounts for our feline friends, we adopt their identities, engaging in various forms of communication, such as posting, writing, talking, and chatting. This innovative book delves into the linguistic world of the cyber Cativerse, examining online language variation and explaining key linguistic concepts through the lens of cat-related communication.

Each chapter explores a different sociolinguistic phenomenon, using entertaining examples such as memes, hashtags, captions, and LOLcats from platforms like Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter. Written in an accessible and engaging style, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in how language is used online, especially cat enthusiasts.

Weight: 524g
Dimension: 227 x 153 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781108825634

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