Focusing on an intergenerational sample of Spanish-English bilinguals in Los Angeles County, this study delves into the linguistic, cognitive, and social dynamics of language maintenance and the characteristics of language shift and loss. Carmen Silva-Corvalan employs a blend of sociolinguistic analysis, functional syntax, and discourse analysis to provide a comprehensive understanding of these processes, offering significant insights into bilingualism within a diverse cultural context.
Spanish and English in the First Six Years
Focusing on the bilingual development of two siblings, this study tracks their English-Spanish language acquisition from their first words through age six. It offers detailed insights into the processes and milestones of early language development, highlighting the unique dynamics of growing up in a bilingual environment. The research provides valuable observations on how children navigate and integrate multiple languages during their formative years.
Through an examination of violent neighborhoods this book shows how criminals affect local politics in Colombia, Brazil, and Jamaica.