Small-Language Fates and Prospects Lessons of Persistence and Change from Endangered Languages |
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| Author:
| Fossey, John M. |
| Series title: | Brill's Studies in Language, Cognition and Culture Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-306-85839-7 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2014 |
| Publisher: | BRILL
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| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $162.00 |
Book Description:
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In "Small-Language Fates and Prospects" Nancy C. Dorian gathers findings from decades of documenting a Scottish Gaelic dialect in sharp decline, presenting detailed evidence of contraction and loss while also drawing lessons for maintenance and revitalization in other endangered-language settings.
In "Small-Language Fates and Prospects" Nancy C. Dorian gathers findings from decades of documenting a Scottish Gaelic dialect in sharp decline, presenting detailed evidence of contraction and loss while also drawing lessons for maintenance and revitalization in other endangered-language settings.