Saving languages : an introduction to language revitalization / Lenore A. Grenoble and Lindsay J. Whaley.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Grenoble, Lenore A., author.

Whaley, Lindsay J., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Language revival.

Language revival--Case studies.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (xi, 231 pages) : digital, PDF file(s).

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 2006.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

Language endangerment has been the focus of much attention and as a result, a wide range of people are working to revitalize and maintain local languages. This book serves as a general reference guide to language revitalization, written not only for linguists and anthropologists, but also 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 sets out the necessary background and highlights central issues such as literacy, policy decisions, and allocation of resources. Its primary goal is to provide the essential tools for a successful language revitalization program, such as setting and achieving realistic goals, and anticipating and resolving common obstacles. Clearly written and informative, Saving Languages will be an invaluable resource for all those interested in the fate of small language communities around the globe.

Contents:

Cover; Half-title; Title; Copyright; Contents; Preface; 1 Language revitalization as a global issue; 2 Issues in language revitalization; 3 Models for revitalization; 4 Case studies; 5 Literacy; 6 Orthography; 7 Creating a language program; Appendix: Online resources; References; Index of Languages; General Index;

Notes:

Title from publisher's bibliographic system (viewed on 05 Oct 2015).

Includes bibliographical references (p. 207-221) and indexes.

ISBN:

9781107144835

1107144833

9781280415258

1280415258

9780511182808

0511182805

9780511130892

0511130899

9780511200601

0511200609

9780511326882

0511326882

9780511615931

0511615930

9780511129360

051112936X

OCLC:

171137572