Multilingualism: Understanding Linguistic Diversity by John Edwards (English) Ha

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Multilingualism is everywhere in our globalised society. Delving into the 'social life' of languages, John Edwards provides a brief yet compelling overview of multilingualism and its sociocultural implications and consequences. Covering major topics including language origins, language death, lingua francas,pidgins, creoles and artificial languages, this book provides a complete introduction to what happens when languages meet.A vital primer for anybody interested in multilingualism, this new edition has been refreshed and updated, expanding its coverage and adding new topics such as linguistic imperialism, minority languages, and folk linguistics. A brand new chapter on recent developments also covers the linguistic landscape, language planning, the 'new speaker' phenomenon and digital multilingualisms.Accessibly written in an engaging style which assumes no prior knowledge, this book is an essential introduction for anybody interested in multilingualism and language.

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John Edwards is Senior Professor of Psychology at St Francis Xavier University, Canada.

Table of Contents

Prologue1. Language Origins and Language Diversity2. Interpreting Language Diversity3. The Emergence and Measurement of Multilingualism4. Dialects and Other Language Varieties5. Multilingual Abilities6. The Consequences of Babel: Lingua Francas and Translation7. Keeping Languages Pure8. Languages and Identities9. Language Decline and Revival: Basic Factors10. Language Decline and Revival: Advocacy and Activism11. Language Planning and the Ecology of Language12. Postmodern PerspectivesEpilogueBibliographyIndex

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"Divided into 10 chapters on themes such as language diversity, multilingualism, bridging means across languages, language survival and intervention, this is the most readable textbook I have ever come across... This seemingly light yet profoundly rich book, with its span across the entire language diversity scene, cannot fail to spark enthusiasm... Its apparent simplicity, clarity and colourful asides make it an unforgettable reading experience." -- Times Higher Education Supplement (of the first edition)This book is a timely, comprehensive, thought-provoking, and compelling critique of the scholarship on various aspects of multilingualism; well grounded in society and social interactions. It is made captivating by the witty and detached style of the author, who not only covers a wide body of interdisciplinary literature but also reports several empirical anecdotes from around the world to prove his points. -- Salikoko S. Mufwene, University of Chicago, USAIn this revised edition of a much-loved book, John Edwards presents the history and the latest developments in multilingualism research in a clear and accessible manner. By pointing out that "languages are totems as well as tools", he demonstrates this unique ability to be powerfully succinct and memorable. -- Jean-Marc Dewaele, Birkbeck University of London, UK

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Updated and expanded edition of a compelling primer on the topic of multilingualism and its dynamics in a globalised society.

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"Divided into 10 chapters on themes such as language diversity, multilingualism, bridging means across languages, language survival and intervention, this is the most readable textbook I have ever come across... This seemingly light yet profoundly rich book, with its span across the entire language diversity scene, cannot fail to spark enthusiasm... Its apparent simplicity, clarity and colourful asides make it an unforgettable reading experience." - Times Higher Education Supplement (of the first edition)

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Updated and expanded edition of a compelling primer on the topic of multilingualism and its dynamics in a globalised society.

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A concise complete introduction to multilingualism, written in an accessible and engaging style

Details ISBN1350195405 Author John Edwards Short Title Multilingualism Language English Edition 2nd ISBN-10 1350195405 ISBN-13 9781350195400 Format Hardcover Subtitle Understanding Linguistic Diversity Imprint Bloomsbury Academic Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Year 2023 Publication Date 2023-02-09 NZ Release Date 2023-02-09 UK Release Date 2023-02-09 Pages 264 Edition Description 2nd edition DEWEY 306.446 AU Release Date 2023-04-05 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education We've got this

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