Language diversity in the USA
(Book - Regular Print)
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Published
New York : Cambridge University Press, 2010.
Physical Desc
xvi, 330 pages : illustrations, maps ; 23 cm
Status
Prescott College - CIRCCOLL - Circulating Collection
P35.5.U6 L36 2010
1 available
P35.5.U6 L36 2010
1 available
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Published
New York : Cambridge University Press, 2010.
Format
Book - Regular Print
Language
English
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Description
"What are the most widely spoken non-English languages in the USA? How did they reach the USA? Who speaks them, to whom, and for what purposes? What changes do these languages undergo as they come into contact with English? This book investigates the linguistic diversity of the USA by profiling the twelve most commonly used languages other than English. Each chapter paints a portrait of the history, current demographics, community characteristics, economic status, and language maintenance of each language group, and looks ahead to the future of each language. The book challenges myths about the 'official' language of the USA, explores the degree to which today's immigrants are learning English and assimilating into the mainstream, and discusses the relationship between linguistic diversity and national unity. Written in a coherent and structured style, Language Diversity in the USA is essential reading for advanced students and researchers in sociolinguistics, bilingualism, and education"--,Provided by publisher.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Potowski, K. (2010). Language diversity in the USA . Cambridge University Press.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Potowski, Kim. 2010. Language Diversity in the USA. Cambridge University Press.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Potowski, Kim. Language Diversity in the USA Cambridge University Press, 2010.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Potowski, Kim. Language Diversity in the USA Cambridge University Press, 2010.
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