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"No One Will Do This For Us".: The Linguistic and Cultural Practices of Young Activists Representing European Linguistic Minorities
"No One Will Do This For Us".: The Linguistic and Cultural Practices of Young Activists Representing European Linguistic Minorities
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This book presents a portrait of actively engaged young people representing four linguistic minorities in Europe, examining their sociolinguistic situation, linguistic ideologies, and minority education. It highlights their cultural and identity-forming practices in different forms of community life and their pathways to becoming engaged representatives of their cultures and languages.
\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 392 pages
\n Publication date: 31 July 2020
\n Publisher: Peter Lang AG
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This captivating book delves into the lives of vibrant young individuals who represent four linguistic minorities in Europe: the Kashubs in Poland, the Upper Sorbs in Germany, the Bretons in France, and the Welsh in the United Kingdom. Through a series of insightful interviews conducted by the author, these young voices come to life, providing a firsthand account of their experiences and perspectives. They openly discuss the challenges and obstacles they face daily, as well as their unwavering commitment to advocating for their minority cultures.
The book employs a comprehensive sociolinguistic approach to examine the unique sociolinguistic situations of each minority group. It explores the prevailing linguistic ideologies and their impact on minority education, while also highlighting the diverse types of minority language speakers. The analysis centers on the cultural and identity-forming practices of these young individuals within the diverse contexts of community life. It sheds light on their various pathways to becoming active representatives of their cultures and languages.
Through their narratives, the book offers a profound understanding of the complexities and nuances of minority language preservation and promotion. It underscores the importance of recognizing and valuing the diverse linguistic heritage of Europe, while also advocating for the recognition and rights of linguistic minorities. This thought-provoking work serves as a valuable resource for educators, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding the dynamics of minority languages and the role of young people in preserving and revitalizing them.
\n Weight: 614g\n
Dimension: 157 x 215 x 32 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9783631827758\n
Edition number: New ed\n
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