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Vanishing Voices: The Extinction Of The World'S Languages
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Few People Know That Nearly One Hundred Native Languages Once Spoken In What Is Now California Are Near Extinction, Or That Most Of Australia'S 250 Aboriginal Languages Have Vanished. In Fact, At Least Half Of The World'S Languages May Die Out In The Next Century.Daniel Nettle And Suzanne Romaine Assert That This Trend Is Far More Than Simply Disturbing. Making Explicit The Link Between Language Survival And Environmental Issues, They Argue That The Extinction Of Languages Is Part Of The Larger Picture Of Neartotal Collapse Of The Worldwide Ecosystem. Indeed, The Authors Contend That The Struggle To Preserve Precious Environmental Resourcessuch As The Rainforestcannot Be Separated From The Struggle To Maintain Diverse Cultures, And That The Causes Of Language Death, Like That Of Ecological Destruction, Lie At The Intersection Of Ecology And Politics.In Addition To Defending The World'S Endangered Languages, The Authors Also Pay Homage To The Last Speakers Of Dying Tongues, Such As Red Thundercloud, A Native American In South Carolina; Ned Mandrell, With Whom The Manx Language Passed Away In 1974; And Arthur Bennett, An Australian Who Was The Last Person To Know More Than A Few Words Of Mbabaram.In Our Languages Lies The Accumulated Knowledge Of Humanity. Indeed, Each Language Is A Unique Window On Experience. Vanishing Voices Is A Call To Preserve This Resource, Before It Is Too Late.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Vanishing Voices: The Extinction of the World's Languages'? A: The book discusses the alarming trend of language extinction worldwide, linking it to environmental issues and the collapse of ecosystems.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The authors are Daniel Nettle and Suzanne Romaine.
- Q: What are the key themes explored in the book? A: The key themes include the importance of language preservation, the relationship between language and culture, and the environmental implications of language death.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in linguistics? A: Yes, it is ideal for readers interested in linguistics, environmental studies, and cultural preservation.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: How many pages does 'Vanishing Voices' have? A: The book has 256 pages.
- Q: When was this book published? A: It was published on May 16, 2002.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Are there any notable examples of languages discussed in the book? A: Yes, the book pays homage to last speakers of languages such as Red Thundercloud's Native American language and the Manx language.
- Q: What is the significance of preserving endangered languages according to the authors? A: The authors argue that preserving languages is crucial for maintaining cultural diversity and addressing environmental challenges.