Maori A Linguistic Introduction
“Maori A Linguistic Introduction” by Ray Harlow, published by Cambridge University Press on September 13, 2012, offers a comprehensive overview of the Mäori language, which is the indigenous language of New Zealand. This reprint edition spans 258 pages and is presented in English. The book examines various aspects of the Mäori language, including its history, dialects, sounds, and grammar, while also addressing the cultural significance it holds for the Mäori community.
Readers will find a detailed exploration of the efforts being made to preserve this endangered language, making it relevant for those interested in minority languages and their structural features. The text serves as a succinct survey that highlights the unique characteristics of Mäori, appealing to scholars and enthusiasts in fields such as linguistics, social science, and regional studies.
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Mäori, the indigenous language of New Zealand, is an endangered, minority language, with an important role in the Mäori community’s culture and identity. This comprehensive overview looks at all aspects of the Mäori language: its history, its dialects, its sounds and grammar, and the efforts being made by its speakers to ensure its survival. A succinct survey of a language with a wealth of interesting features, it will interest anyone wishing to study the structure of a minority language, as well as those interested in endangered languages and their preservation.
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