Language Practices and Processes among Latin Americans in Europe

Language Practices and Processes among Latin Americans in Europe is a collection of studies that explores the language practices and experiences of Spanish-speaking Latin Americans in various European contexts. It provides a new lens to study the sociolinguistics of migratory trajectories and situated practices of SsLAs in their host societies.

Format: Hardback
Length: 264 pages
Publication date: 30 December 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Language Practices and Processes among Latin Americans in Europe is a groundbreaking and meticulously curated compilation of scholarly investigations dedicated to the cutting-edge study of contemporary sociolinguistics concerning Latin Americans in European contexts. This comprehensive volume explores the diverse language practices and experiences of Spanish-speaking Latin Americans (SsLAs) residing across various regions in Europe, delving into their language usage, language ideologies, and the intricate dynamics of language in diverse geographical settings. Spanning ten chapters, the book offers a novel perspective to examine the sociolinguistics of the migratory journeys of Spanish-speaking Latin American migrants, shedding light on the situated practices and processes through which they actively engage with their host societies.

This comprehensive work will appeal to scholars and researchers with a keen interest in Spanish sociolinguistics, sociology of language, and language ideology. By unraveling the intricate tapestry of language practices and processes among Latin Americans in Europe, this book contributes to our understanding of the complex interplay between language, culture, and identity in a globalized world.

Weight: 684g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367673000