Multilingualism - Understanding Linguistic Diversity (Hardcover, New)

Multilingualism is everywhere in a globalized society. This book looks at its consequences, from the development of multilingual communities to language competition and variation. Edwards examines lingua francas, pidgins, creoles and artificial languages on the way to developing a snapshot of the social life of language. The book asks: How far a role does translation play in helping multilingualism to thrive? Are polyglots viewed with suspicion, given the links between language and identity? Is language maintenance and revival worth the effort? Can a language remain 'pure'? And if languages constantly shift, what does this say about identity?This compelling and beautifully written short introduction is required reading for all entry-level students of multilingualism, and a primer for language lovers in general.

General

Imprint:	Continuum Publishing Corporation
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	April 2012
First published:	March 2012
Authors:	John Edwards
Dimensions:	198 x 129 x 15mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	152
Edition:	New
ISBN-13:	978-1-4411-2348-0
Languages:	English
Subtitles:	English
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Language & linguistics > Psycholinguistics > Bilingualism & multilingualism
LSN:	1-4411-2348-2
Barcode:	9781441123480

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