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The Oxford Guide to Australian Languages
The Oxford Guide to Australian Languages
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The Oxford Guide to Australian Languages is a comprehensive reference work that explores the more than 550 traditional and new Indigenous languages of Australia, providing an up-to-date guide to their linguistic diversity. The book covers typology, documentation, classification, linguistic structures, sociolinguistics, and language in the community, and offers grammatical sketches of selected languages. It establishes priorities for future linguistic research and contributes to language expansion and revitalization efforts.
Format: Hardback
Length: 1184 pages
Publication date: 13 June 2023
Publisher: Oxford University Press
The Oxford Guide to Australian Languages is a comprehensive and accessible reference work that delves into the over 550 traditional and new Indigenous languages of Australia. These languages have played a significant role in diachronic and synchronic linguistics, serving as a crucial testing ground for linguistic theory. Until now, there has been a lack of a comprehensive guide to the vast linguistic diversity of Australia. This volume aims to fill that gap by bringing together leading scholars and junior researchers to provide an up-to-date guide to all aspects of the Australian languages.
The book's chapters explore various topics, including typology, documentation, and classification of Australian languages. They delve into linguistic structures, encompassing phonology, pragmatics, discourse, sociolinguistics, and language variation. The final part offers grammatical sketches of selected languages, sub-groups, and families.
It is noteworthy that the number of living Australian languages has significantly reduced compared to twenty years ago, highlighting the urgency of preserving and revitalizing these languages. This volume establishes priorities for future linguistic research and contributes to the ongoing efforts aimed at language expansion and revitalization in Australia.
The Oxford Guide to Australian Languages is a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in learning more about the rich linguistic heritage of Australia. Its comprehensive coverage and expert insights make it an essential tool for understanding the complexities and diversity of the Australian language landscape.
Weight: 2878g
Dimension: 229 x 287 x 69 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780198824978
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