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Language and Linguistic Diversity in the US

An Introduction

By: Susan Tamasi,Lamont Antieau

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Language and Linguistic Diversity in the US

An Introduction

By: Susan Tamasi,Lamont Antieau

This highly engaging textbook presents a linguistic view of the history, society, and culture of the United States. It discusses the many languages and forms of language that have been used in the US – including standard and nonstandard forms of English, creoles, Native American languages, and immigrant languages from across the globe – and shows how this distribution and diversity of languages has helped shape and define America as well as an American identity. The volume introduces the basic concepts of sociolinguistics and the politics of language through cohesive, up-to-date and accessible coverage of such key topics as dialectal development and the role of English as the majority language, controversies concerning language use in society, languages other than English used in the US, and the policies that have directly or indirectly influenced language use. These topics are presented in such a way that students can examine the inherent diversity of the communicative systems used in the United States as both a form of cultural enrichment and as the basis for socio-political conflict. The author team outlines the different viewpoints on contemporary issues surrounding language in the US and contextualizes these issues within linguistic facts, to help students think critically and formulate logical discussions. To provide opportunities for further examination and debate, chapters are organized around key misconceptions or questions ("I don't have an accent" or "Immigrants don't want to learn English"), bringing them to the forefront for readers to address directly. Language and Linguistic Diversity in the US is a fresh and unique take on a widely taught topic. It is ideal for students from a variety of disciplines or with no prior knowledge of the field, and a useful text for introductory courses on language in the US, American English, language variation, language ideology, and sociolinguistics.

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Routledge

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1136579044

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Linguistic Planets of Belief

Mapping Language Attitudes in the American South

By: Paulina Bounds,Jennifer Cramer,Susan Tamasi

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Linguistic Planets of Belief

Mapping Language Attitudes in the American South

By: Paulina Bounds,Jennifer Cramer,Susan Tamasi

Linguistic Planets of Belief presents a way for people to notice, examine, and question the role language plays in identifying, recognizing, and understanding those around them. This book introduces the metaphor of ‘planets of belief’ as a framework for understanding both the connections of language and identity, and the reasons we hold these perceptions so dear. It explains why we make up our minds about who people are and what they are like, even if they have only spoken a few words to us, as well as how language can dictate what we think of others as a whole. In doing so, it: Takes a large survey of linguistic research in the field of perceptual dialectology and assesses hundreds of accounts of people and their speech from hundreds of respondents. Uses maps at the state, regional, and national level in the US to expose how our linguistic perceptions of geographical regions cluster into planets of belief. Challenges readers to critically assess these assumptions and empowers readers to shift the way they think about language and to understand why they stereotype others based on speech. Equipped with such a large data set, Linguistic Planets of Belief explains the patterns that labels from perceptual maps show us and will make you consciously aware of the interaction between language use, perceptions, and stereotypes. It is essential interdisciplinary reading for students of English language, linguistics, and sociolinguistics, and will also be of interest to anyone concerned with the ways that language, ideology, and discrimination intersect.

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1351033816

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Fresh Voices from the Periphery

Youthful Perspectives of Minorities 100 Years After Trianon

By: Susan M. Papp

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Fresh Voices from the Periphery

Youthful Perspectives of Minorities 100 Years After Trianon

By: Susan M. Papp

Fresh Voices from the Periphery is evidence that history matters — not only the study of the past — but also by shedding light on how events of the past have impacted lives in the present. You are holding in your hands a collection of thought-provoking essays written by young people whose families have lived as minorities in various countries in east-central Europe for four generations. They became minorities not because their families migrated to different parts of Europe, but because the borders were changed overnight by the Treaty of Trianon after the end of the First World War. Much has been written about the outcomes of Trianon, but this book is very different. These essays are the result of a competition for students and young professionals who live in minority status in four different countries surrounding Hungary: Transylvania in Romania, Slovakia, Transcarpathia in Ukraine, and Vojvodina in Serbia. The writings of several Canadian students on this topic are included as well. Voices from the Periphery examines how the current generation of young people perceive the impact of the treaty that has had such a long-term effect on their lives. Their essays not only examine the painful legacy of the past, but also recommend pathways to a more positive future. Their voices must be heard.

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FriesenPress

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1039148352

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Obstetric and Gynecologic Emergencies, An Issue of Critical Care Clinics

By: Peter J. Papadakos,Susan E. Dantoni

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Obstetric and Gynecologic Emergencies, An Issue of Critical Care Clinics

By: Peter J. Papadakos,Susan E. Dantoni

This issue of Critical Care Clinics focuses on Obstetric and Gynecologic Emergencies in the ICU. Articles include: Respiratory Failure and Mechanical Ventilation in the Pregnant Patient, Anesthetic Complications in Pregnancy, Neurologic Complications in Pregnancy, Renal Failure in Pregnancy, Management Complex Cardiac Issues in the Pregnant Patient, Liver Failure in Pregnancy, Hypertensive Emergencies in Pregnancy, Ethical Issues in Pregnancy, and more!

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Elsevier Health Sciences

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0323414451

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9780323414456

Sloan's Green Guide to Antiquing in New England

A Traveler's Guide

By: Susan P. Sloan

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Sloan's Green Guide to Antiquing in New England

A Traveler's Guide

By: Susan P. Sloan

This book is the most comprehensive guide available to antiquing in New England. It contains over 3,000 different descriptions for antique stores of all types and sizes, dealing in antiques from many different periods. Sloan's Green Guide is written for antiques dealers, interior designers, and travelers in New England who seek to identify antiques shops and services that meet individual needs. Each listing contains store name, address, phone number, hours, general description, price range, size of the store, type of collections, credit cars accepted, and directions on how to get there. In addition there are two useful indexes: and alphabetical listing of all businesses by name and a QuickCode index that organizes stores by types of collections and services offered.

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0762701625

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9780762701629

Language and Linguistic Diversity in the US

An Introduction

By: Susan Tamasi,Lamont Antieau

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An Introduction

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1136579052

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Linguistic Planets of Belief

Mapping Language Attitudes in the American South

By: Paulina Bounds,Jennifer Cramer,Susan Tamasi

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Mapping Language Attitudes in the American South

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LETTERS OF SUSAN HALE

By: Susan 1833-1910 Hale

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LETTERS OF SUSAN HALE

By: Susan 1833-1910 Hale

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Wentworth Press

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1371677921

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9781371677923

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Language and Linguistic Diversity in the US

Language and Linguistic Diversity in the US

Linguistic Planets of Belief

Linguistic Planets of Belief

Fresh Voices from the Periphery

Fresh Voices from the Periphery

Obstetric and Gynecologic Emergencies, An Issue of Critical Care Clinics

Obstetric and Gynecologic Emergencies, An Issue of Critical Care Clinics

Sloan's Green Guide to Antiquing in New England

Sloan's Green Guide to Antiquing in New England

Language and Linguistic Diversity in the US

Language and Linguistic Diversity in the US

Linguistic Planets of Belief

Linguistic Planets of Belief

LETTERS OF SUSAN HALE

LETTERS OF SUSAN HALE

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