Talkin that Talk Language, Culture and Education in African America
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Geneva Smitherman is an established writer and key commentator on African American language and culture. She has forged a writing style which combines academic discourse and African American English which has become widely celebrated for efficacy in making the medium the message. Her previous publications include Talkin and Testifyin and Black Talk and she is a contributor to African American English
<p><strong>'A thoroughly engaging collection, intelligently conceived, and well presented. Smitherman is a force in her field, a true leader, a pioneer.'</strong> - <em>Choice</em><br /><br /><strong>'No one who is interested in the sway of language over class should miss this book.'</strong> - <em>Library Review</em></p>
Produktdetaljer
Om bidragsyterne
Geneva Smitherman is an established writer and key commentator on African American language and culture. She has forged a writing style which combines academic discourse and African American English which has become widely celebrated for efficacy in making the medium the message. Her previous publications include Talkin and Testifyin and Black Talk and she is a contributor to African American English