Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
409
Language
English
Published
Jun 16, 2016
Publisher
Routledge
ISBN-10
1138847100
ISBN-13
9781138847101
Description
Ingrid Piller's exploration into the intersection of language and migration offers a fresh perspective on the complex dynamics at play in today's global society. As international migration reaches unprecedented levels, the book delves into the ways language shapes and is shaped by the experiences of migrants. It provides a nuanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by individuals navigating new linguistic landscapes in foreign countries.
Through various case studies and theoretical insights, the work highlights the transformative power of language as both a barrier and a bridge in the migration process. Readers will gain insight into how language influences identity, community building, and social integration, making this volume a vital contribution to the ongoing discourse surrounding migration and multilingualism.
Through various case studies and theoretical insights, the work highlights the transformative power of language as both a barrier and a bridge in the migration process. Readers will gain insight into how language influences identity, community building, and social integration, making this volume a vital contribution to the ongoing discourse surrounding migration and multilingualism.
Genres
Contemporary