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Written by an international team of experts, this comprehensive volume presents grammatical analyses of individual Bantu languages, comparative studies of their main phonetic, phonological and grammatical characteristics and overview chapters on their history and classification. It is estimated that some 300 to 350 million people, or one in three Africans, are Bantu speakers. Van de Velde and Bostoen bring together their linguistic expertise to produce a volume that builds on Nurse and Philippsons first edition.The Bantu Languages, 2nd edition is divided into two parts; Part 1 contains 11 comparative chapters, and Part 2 provides grammar sketches of 12 individual Bantu languages, some of which were previously undescribed. The grammar sketches follow a general template that allows for easy comparison. Thoroughly revised and updated to include more language descriptions and the latest comparative insights.New to this edition: new chapters on syntax, tone, reconstruction and language contact 12 new sketch grammars thoroughly updated chapters on phonetics, aspect-tense-mood and classification exhaustive catalogue of known languages with essential referencesThis unique resource remains the ideal reference for advanced undergraduate and postgraduate students of Bantu linguistics and languages. It will be of interest to researchers and anyone with an interest in historical linguistics, linguistic typology and grammatical analysis.
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| Author | Mark Van De Velde |
|---|---|
| Format | Paperback |
| ISBN-13 | 9781032401669 |
| Item Height | 4.7 |
| Item Length | 23 |
| Item Width | 15.4 |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis |
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