
Postcolonial Linguistic Voices: Identity Choices and Representations
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Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Published
Jan 1, 2011
Publisher
Walter de Gruyter
ISBN-10
3110261995
ISBN-13
9783110261998
Description
Exploring the intricate relationship between language and identity, this work delves into the discourses shaped by both ex-colonized and ex-colonizer communities. It provides a nuanced analysis of how linguistic choices reflect cultural identities and social dynamics in a postcolonial context. Through a variety of perspectives, the authors highlight the complexities involved in language use, revealing how identity is constructed, negotiated, and represented.
By examining these linguistic voices, the book sheds light on the ongoing impact of colonial histories on contemporary societies. Readers will find an engaging interplay of theory and empirical research, making it an essential resource for those interested in linguistics, cultural studies, and the implications of language on identity formation.
By examining these linguistic voices, the book sheds light on the ongoing impact of colonial histories on contemporary societies. Readers will find an engaging interplay of theory and empirical research, making it an essential resource for those interested in linguistics, cultural studies, and the implications of language on identity formation.
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