Cette série explore le monde complexe où les langues se rencontrent et s'influencent mutuellement. Elle examine la genèse et l'évolution des pidgins et créoles, le changement linguistique et des phénomènes tels que le changement de code et le bilinguisme. Offrant une perspective interdisciplinaire, elle analyse les processus dynamiques qui façonnent le paysage linguistique mondial. C'est une lecture essentielle pour quiconque s'intéresse à la manière dont les langues se transforment et interagissent.
Based on a detailed study of creole languages, this book contributes to the debate on language acquisition and change by showing that language acquisition requires contact between different linguistic sub-systems that feed into the hybrid grammars that learners develop. Competition between these grammars may eventually result in language change.
Exploring the global evolution of postcolonial English, this book examines its spread and diversification across various regions. It delves into the linguistic, cultural, and social factors that have influenced its development, highlighting the unique adaptations and variations that have emerged in different contexts. The work offers insights into the complexities of language in postcolonial societies, making it a valuable resource for understanding the interplay between language, identity, and power in a globalized world.
The book will appeal to anyone interested in language contact, the Arabic language, and North Africa. It uses sociohistorical information and a wide range of data sets, including electronic communication, to provide a comprehensive picture of the past and present language situation in the region.
Using a cohesive approach that combines linguistics, legal history and colonial studies, this study advances our knowledge of creolistics. Focusing primarily on Afro-Hispanic varieties, it will be of interest to scholars and advanced students in language contact, historical linguistics, language variation and change, and Latin American studies.
Exploring the evolution of human language amidst globalization, Jan Blommaert examines how cultural and social dynamics influence communication. He delves into the impact of technology, migration, and the interconnectedness of societies, highlighting the shifting linguistic landscape and its implications for identity and interaction in a rapidly changing world.
Focusing on the early linguistic development of bilingual children, this book explores the unique challenges and advantages faced by those fluent in both English and Cantonese. It delves into how these children acquire language skills, the interplay between their two languages, and the cognitive processes involved in bilingualism. Through research and analysis, the text highlights the significance of cultural context in shaping language development in young learners.
This book explores the social and structural dynamics that underlie the creation of new, or restructured, grammars.
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.