Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
438
Language
English
Published
Dec 31, 2001
Publisher
John Benjamins Publishing Company
ISBN-10
9027241341
ISBN-13
9789027241344
Description
This insightful exploration delves into the complexities of narrative development within multilingual environments. The authors present a collection of empirical studies that reveal how multilingualism influences storytelling skills and narrative construction across different languages. They examine factors such as cognitive development, cultural context, and language proficiency, providing a comprehensive understanding of how children and adults alike navigate the nuances of narrative across languages.
By bringing together diverse research findings, the work enhances the reader's appreciation of the intricate relationship between language acquisition and narrative expression. It challenges conventional notions of language development, encouraging readers to consider the broader implications of multilingualism in shaping not just language skills, but also the very art of storytelling.
By bringing together diverse research findings, the work enhances the reader's appreciation of the intricate relationship between language acquisition and narrative expression. It challenges conventional notions of language development, encouraging readers to consider the broader implications of multilingualism in shaping not just language skills, but also the very art of storytelling.
Genres
Children’s