Arabic Writing in the Digital Age: Towards a Theoretical Framework

This book explores the concept of "mixed writing" in Arabic, which combines written and spoken forms, and examines examples from modern literature in print and online. It also introduces the seven writing styles for Arabic and provides an overview of early Arabic literacy and children's literature. The book is intended for Arabic researchers, teachers, and students studying Arabic as a foreign language, linguistics, and dialectology.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 178 pages
Publication date: 29 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The written and spoken forms of Arabic have long been considered distinct languages, with minimal overlap in writing. However, this book delves into the emerging concept of "mixed writing," which combines both written and spoken forms of the language. By examining a range of examples from modern print and online literature, the book offers an in-depth analysis of this type of mixing, alongside a dynamic model for analyzing mixed Arabic writing. It also explores the motivations behind producing such writing, shedding light on the diverse ways in which Arabic is being expressed in contemporary times.

Furthermore, this book introduces a groundbreaking concept: the seven writing styles for Arabic. Spanning from Classical Arabic to ChatSpeak, these styles represent the diverse ways in which Arabic is written and spoken across different regions and contexts. The book provides an overview of early Arabic literacy and children's literature, offering valuable insights into the historical and cultural development of the language.

Primarily designed for Arabic researchers and teachers in linguistics, sociolinguistics, identity studies, politics, and Teaching Arabic as a Foreign Language, this book also holds relevance for undergraduate and postgraduate students studying Arabic as a foreign language, Arabic linguistics, and dialectology. It offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to understanding the complexities of Arabic language and its various manifestations in contemporary society.

Weight: 300g
Dimension: 234 x 155 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367490706