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Language Maintenance, Revival and Shift in the Sociology of Religion
0₹3,328.64Explore the profound link between faith and linguistic evolution. This scholarly volume investigates language maintenance, revival, and shift in diverse multilingual societies, with a significant focus on India. It delves into the complex interplay of religion, identity, and language dynamics across major faiths including Hinduism and Sikhism, examining languages like Sanskrit and Punjabi. Essential for students and researchers of linguistics, sociology, religious studies, and cultural heritage in India and globally, offering deep insights into language’s sacred connections.
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Language Planning and Student Experiences: Intention, Rhetoric and Implementation: 93 (Bilingual Education & Bilingualism)
0Original price was: ₹3,281.00.₹2,461.00Current price is: ₹2,461.00.Uncover the real impact of language planning on student experiences. This essential academic work delves into the crucial disconnect between language policy intention and its actual implementation. Drawing on extensive research, it analyzes decades of policy alongside ethnographic data to illuminate challenges in bilingual education. A must-read for Indian educators, policymakers, and researchers seeking to enhance linguistic equity and student outcomes in our diverse multilingual nation. Understand the intricacies of educational language policy from intention to classroom reality.
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Language Planning in Higher Education: A Case Study of Pakistan
0Original price was: ₹750.00.₹563.00Current price is: ₹563.00.Explore critical language planning challenges in higher education within the South Asian context. This insightful sociolinguistic study delves into the linguistic support systems available to students, examining the complex interplay of Urdu, English, and mother tongues. Discover crucial insights into multiculturalism, ethnicity, and their impact on educational outcomes. Essential for language planners, curriculum developers, and educators navigating multilingual educational environments, it offers practical guidelines for implementing effective language policies in higher education institutions across South Asia.
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Language Use and Social Change: Problems of Multilingualism with Special Reference to Eastern Africa (International African Institute S.)
0Original price was: ₹3,945.00.₹2,959.00Current price is: ₹2,959.00.Navigate the complex interplay of multilingualism and social change with this pivotal study. Delving into the linguistic landscape of Eastern Africa, it offers critical insights into language use and societal evolution, providing valuable perspectives for understanding linguistic diversity and its challenges. Essential for scholars, linguists, and students of sociolinguistics and comparative language policy, this work illuminates how language shapes societies, offering lessons relevant to India’s own rich linguistic tapestry. Gain a deeper understanding of language in society.
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Language Variation and Change in Social Networks: A Bipartite Approach
0₹13,809.80Uncover the dynamics of language variation and change through the lens of social networks. This quantitative analysis offers a novel bipartite approach, revealing how community connections and social factors shape linguistic patterns. Utilizing data from a Southern American city, it examines vowel shifts and their interactional origins, providing deep insights into the durability of linguistic differences. A crucial resource for students and researchers in sociolinguistics, historical linguistics, and quantitative sociology seeking to apply advanced network methods to linguistic data.
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Language, Culture, and Society: An Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology
0Original price was: ₹9,343.00.₹7,007.00Current price is: ₹7,007.00.Explore the intricate connection between language, culture, and society with “Language, Culture, and Society: An Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology.” This essential 8th edition offers comprehensive coverage of linguistic anthropology, addressing timeless questions about communication, identity, and their evolution in the digital age. Discover new insights into language and power, ideology, linguistic diasporas, and online communication. Updated sections delve into linguistics’ impact on archaeology and biological anthropology, plus the crucial relationships between language, truth, ethics, war, and politics. Ideal for students and enthusiasts seeking a deep understanding of how we communicate and how it shapes our world. Enhanced with learning objectives and updated resources for continued study.
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Language, Identity, and Marginality in Indonesia: The Changing Nature of Ritual Speech on the Island of Sumba: 18 (Studies in the Social and Cultural Foundations of Language)
0Original price was: ₹5,661.00.₹4,246.00Current price is: ₹4,246.00.Explore the compelling nexus of language, identity, and cultural transformation. This study investigates the evolving landscape of ritual speech on Indonesia’s Sumba, detailing how national language policies impact local linguistic heritage and practices. Gain critical insights into linguistic ideologies and the dynamics of marginality shaping cultural continuity. Essential for students and researchers in sociolinguistics, anthropology, and cultural studies, this book offers profound perspectives on language endangerment and the resilience of traditions, resonating deeply with discussions on linguistic diversity and preservation in India.
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LANGUAGE, MEMORY AND REMEMBERING: EXPLORATIONS IN HISTORICAL SOCIOLINGUISTICS ()
0Original price was: ₹695.00.₹521.00Current price is: ₹521.00.Delve into the forgotten linguistic landscape of colonial India with this groundbreaking historical sociolinguistics study. Explore how private letters, telegrams, and oral histories from the 1920s-1940s reveal the overlooked memories and contributions of individuals dedicated to the Indian cause. This work meticulously reconstructs individual lives against official narratives, offering vital insights into Indian collective memory and language evolution. Essential for researchers in South Asian studies, linguistics, and post-colonial history, this book illuminates India’s rich, nuanced past.
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Languages of Minority: Orality, Translation, and Desiring English
0Original price was: ₹1,100.00.₹825.00Current price is: ₹825.00.Explore the intricate world of minority languages in India with ‘Languages of Minority: Orality, Translation, and Desiring English’. This insightful book by The Bookish Owl delves into how India’s minority languages have been shaped by colonial and nationalist legacies. Discover the critical roles of orality, writing, vernacular concepts, and translation in understanding these languages. The author uncovers the power dynamics that forge and dissolve language communities, offering a fresh perspective on the complex presence of English in India. Understand the nuanced ‘desire for English’ among minoritized populations and its implications. A must-read for linguists, historians, and anyone interested in India’s rich linguistic tapestry.
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LAROUSSE FRENCH ENGLISH DICTIONARY
0Original price was: ₹599.00.₹449.00Current price is: ₹449.00.Unlock the richness of both languages with the entirely revised and updated Larousse French English Dictionary. As the most affordable and comprehensive bilingual dictionary of its kind, it offers over 50,000 definitions, making it an indispensable tool for students, teachers, travelers, and professionals. Navigate French and English with ease, thanks to clear pronunciation guides, common idioms, and verb conjugations. This user-friendly resource, perfect for home and office libraries, is designed for maximum accessibility and convenience. Expand your vocabulary and understanding with this essential reference from The Bookish Owl, your trusted source for quality dictionaries.
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Larousse Mini Dictionary: Spanish-English / English-Spanish
0Original price was: ₹561.00.₹365.00Current price is: ₹365.00.Unlock Spanish and English with the Larousse Mini Dictionary, your compact companion for language fluency. This updated edition boasts 40,000 translations and features revised cultural notes and conversation guides. Perfectly pocket-sized, it’s ideal for travelers, students, and language enthusiasts on the go. Discover user-friendly layouts with up-to-date everyday language, special cultural entries, abbreviations, and practical supplements. Navigate essential vocabulary and common phrases with ease, making it an indispensable tool for learning Spanish or English. Essential for anyone seeking quick, reliable translations and cultural insights from “The Bookish Owl”.
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Larousse Pocket Dictionary: Portuguese-english / English-portuguese (Larousse Bilingual Dictionaries)
0Original price was: ₹615.77.₹492.62Current price is: ₹492.62.Discover the essential Larousse Pocket Dictionary: Portuguese-English / English-Portuguese, your perfect companion for everyday language needs. This portable, affordable paperback is packed with up-to-date vocabulary covering all subjects, making it ideal for students, travelers, and anyone learning or using Portuguese and English. Featuring 55,000 words and phrases, 80,000 translations, usage examples, and helpful sense-markers, this dictionary ensures quick and accurate translations. It also includes regional variations like Brazilian Portuguese and verb conjugation tables. Get your reliable, user-friendly Larousse Pocket Dictionary from The Bookish Owl today for seamless language learning and communication.
