Bibliograph

Talking back, talking Black, truths about America's Lingua Franca, John McWhorter

Type

Label

Talking back, talking Black, truths about America's Lingua Franca, John McWhorter

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 169-173) and index

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Talking back, talking Black

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

945949085

Responsibility statement

John McWhorter

Sub title

truths about America's Lingua Franca

Summary

"It has now been almost fifty years since linguistic experts began studying Black English as a legitimate speech variety, 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." -- Publisher's description

Table Of Contents

It's complicated -- What do you mean "sounds Black"? -- But they can't talk that way at a job interview! -- Speaking Black or speaking minstrel? -- Through a lens darkly?

Target audience

adult

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