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Bislama Reference Grammar (Oceanic Linguistics Special Publication, 31) (English And Bislama Edition)
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Bislama Is The National Language Of Vanuatu, The World'S Most Linguistically Diverse Nation With At Least 80 Actively Spoken Oceanic Languages Used By About 200,000 People. Bislama Began As A Plantation Pidgin Based On English In The Nineteenth Century, But It Has Since Developed Into A Unique Language With A Grammar And Vocabulary Very Different From English.It Is One Of Very Few National Languages For Which There Is No Readily Available Reference Grammar. This Book Aims To Fill This Gap By Providing An Extensive Account Of The Grammar Of Bislama As It Is Used By Ordinary Nivanuatu. It Does Not, Therefore, Aim To Describe Any Kind Of Artificial Written Norm But Sets Out To Capture A Range Of Different Kinds Of Ways That Nivanuatu Will Say Things In Various Contexts, Both Written And Spoken, Formal And Informal.The Thrust Of This Volume Is To Show That Bislama Has A Grammaran Unfamiliar Concept For Those Educated In Vanuatu. It Also Shows That Bislama Is A Language Of Considerable Complexity, Which Will Come As A Surprise To Many Of Its Users, Who Have Been Taught To View Their Language As Somehow Simple And Even Deficient.
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- Q: What is Bislama and why is it important? A: Bislama is the national language of Vanuatu, a nation known for its linguistic diversity. It serves as a vital means of communication among the people and reflects the cultural identity of Ni-Vanuatu.
- Q: Who is the author of Bislama Reference Grammar? A: The author of Bislama Reference Grammar is Terry Crowley, a linguist with extensive knowledge of Oceanic languages.
- Q: What topics does this book cover? A: This book provides a comprehensive overview of Bislama grammar as used in everyday communication, covering various contexts, both formal and informal.
- Q: Is the book suitable for beginners in Bislama? A: Yes, the book is suitable for both beginners and those familiar with Bislama, as it aims to clarify the grammar and complexity of the language.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it portable and easy to handle.
- Q: How many pages does the Bislama Reference Grammar contain? A: The book contains a total of 224 pages, providing detailed insights into Bislama grammar.
- Q: When was this book published? A: Bislama Reference Grammar was published on May 31, 2004.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in excellent condition for readers.
- Q: Can this book be used as a reference for academic purposes? A: Yes, it can serve as a valuable reference for academic studies in linguistics, particularly concerning Oceanic languages.
- Q: Does the book include examples of spoken and written Bislama? A: Yes, the book captures various ways Ni-Vanuatu express themselves, providing examples of both spoken and written Bislama.