Talking Back, Talking Black

Talking Back, Talking Black Truths About America's Lingua Franca

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Publisher's Synopsis

Linguists have been studying Black English as a speech variety for years, arguing to the public that it is different from Standard English, not a degradation of it. Yet false assumptions and controversies still swirl around what it means to speak and sound "black." In his first book devoted solely to the form, structure, and development of Black English, John McWhorter clearly explains its fundamentals and rich history while carefully examining the cultural, educational, and political issues that have undermined recognition of this transformative, empowering dialect. Talking Back, Talking Black takes us on a fascinating tour of a nuanced and complex language that has moved beyond America's borders to become a dynamic force for today's youth culture around the world.

Book information

ISBN: 9781684572700
Publisher: Tantor Media, Inc.
Imprint: HighBridge Audio
Pub date:
Edition: Unabridged edition
Language: English
Weight: 136g
Height: 135mm
Width: 163mm
Spine width: 28mm