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Sil International, Global Publishing 1/1/2014 Paperback or Softback New in New jacket Developing Orthographies for Unwritten Languages (Paperback or Softback)
SIL International, Global Publishing. New. Special order direct from the distributor SIL International, Global Publishing ISBN 1556713479 9781556713477 [CA]
ISBN10: 1556713479, ISBN13: 9781556713477, [publisher: SIL International, Global Publishing] Softcover Special order direct from the distributor [Victoria, BC, Canada] [Publication Year: 2014]
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ISBN10: 1556713479, ISBN13: 9781556713477, [publisher: SIL International, Global Publishing] Softcover nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - While investigating endangered languages, many researchers become interested in developing literacy for these languages. However, often their linguistic training has not provided practical guidance in this area. This book, with contributions by experienced practitioners, helps fill this gap. Both foundational theory and specific case studies are addressed in this work. Non-linguistic factors are described, particularly sociolinguistic issues that determine acceptability of orthographies. A principled approach to the level of phonological representation for orthographies is proposed, applying recent phonological theory. The thorny issues of how to determine word breaks and how to mark tone in an orthography are explored. 'Overly hasty orthographies' and the benefits of allowing time for an orthography to settle are discussed. Principles of the foundational chapters are further exemplified by detailed case studies from Mexico, Peru, California, Nepal, and Southeast Asia, which vividly illustrate the variety of local conditions that must be taken into account. The combination of theoretical and practical makes this book unique. It will benefit those involved in helping establish orthographies for hitherto-unwritten languages, and provide concrete guidance through crucial issues. Michael Cahill (Ph ...
ISBN10: 1556713479, ISBN13: 9781556713477, [publisher: Sil International, Global Publishing] Softcover Book is in NEW condition. [Hawthorne, CA, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2014]
ISBN10: 1556713479, ISBN13: 9781556713477, [publisher: Sil International, Global Publishing] Softcover New [Long Beach, CA, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2014]
Sil International, Global Publishing, Date: 2014. Paperback. New. 263 pages. 9.25x6.25x0.75 inches. 2014. Sil International, Global Publishing ISBN 1556713479 9781556713477 [GB]
ISBN10: 1556713479, ISBN13: 9781556713477, [publisher: Sil International, Global Publishing] Softcover [Moncks Corner, SC, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2014]
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