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Dying Words: Endangered Languages and What They Have to Tell Us,Used
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The next century will see more than half of the worlds 6,000 languages become extinct, and most of these will disappear without being adequately recorded. Written by one of the leading figures in language documentation, this fascinating book explores what humanity stands to lose as a result. Explores the unique philosophy, knowledge, and cultural assumptions of languages, and their impact on our collective intellectual heritage Questions why such linguistic diversity exists in the first place, and how can we can best respond to the challenge of recording and documenting these fragile oral traditions while they are still with us Written by one of the leading figures in language documentation, and draws on a wealth of vivid examples from his own field experience Brings conceptual issues vividly to life by weaving in portraits of individual last speakers and anecdotes about linguists and their discoveries
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Dying Words: Endangered Languages and What They Have to Tell Us'? A: The main theme of the book is the exploration of endangered languages and the cultural and intellectual heritage humanity risks losing as these languages become extinct.
- Q: Who is the author of this book and what is their expertise? A: The author is Nicholas Evans, a leading figure in language documentation with extensive experience in the field.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has a total of 320 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Dying Words' published? A: The book was published on April 27, 2009.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The used book is in good condition.
- Q: Does the book include real-life examples of endangered languages? A: Yes, the book includes vivid examples from the author's field experience, including portraits of individual 'last speakers'.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in linguistics? A: Yes, the book is ideal for anyone interested in linguistics, language documentation, and cultural diversity.
- Q: What unique perspectives does the book offer? A: The book explores unique philosophies, knowledge, and cultural assumptions associated with different languages.
- Q: Can this book help in understanding the challenges of language preservation? A: Yes, it discusses the challenges of recording and documenting fragile oral traditions, providing insights into effective responses.