Saving Languages: An Introduction to Language Revitalization

Type

Book

Authors

Grenoble ( Lenore A. Grenoble )

Whaley ( Lindsay J. Whaley )

ISBN 10

0521016525

ISBN 13

9780521016520

Tags

Linguistics

Description

Written not only for linguists and anthropologists, this book serves as a general reference guide to language revitalization for language activists and community members who believe they should ensure the future use of their languages, despite their predicted loss. Drawing extensively on case studies, it highlights the necessary background and central issues such as literacy, policy decisions, and allocation of resources. The volume's primary goal is to provide the essential tools for a successful language revitalization program, setting and achieving realistic goals, and anticipating and resolving common obstacles. - from Amzon

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