Previous Editions

Now in its 26th edition, the Ethnologue has been an active research project since 1951. We maintain online archives back to the 13th Edition, originally published in 1996.

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Books

22nd Edition Book Stack

The 24th Edition of Ethnologue is offered in three print volumes organized geographically. Each volume is self-contained (including introduction, maps, and indexes) and so can be used independently.

Languages of the RegionRetailers
Africa and EuropeAmazonBarnes & Noble
Americas and the PacificAmazonBarnes & Noble
AsiaAmazonBarnes & Noble

Older editions may also be available online.