A Reference Grammar of Jixi Hui

The Jixi language, part of the Sinitic branch of the Sino-Tibetan family, features a diverse array of local dialects, often lacking mutual intelligibility. This book provides a thorough and systematic exploration of the Shangzhuang variety, spoken in Jixi county, southern Anhui, China. It delves into the language's complex affiliations, situated among the Wu, Gan, and Southern Mandarin linguistic regions, highlighting its unique characteristics and the ongoing discussions surrounding its classification.