Social Functions of Language in a Mexican-American Community (Anthropological Papers) de George C. Barker - 1972-08-01

University of Arizona Press. Used - Good. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.

University of Arizona Press. Used - Good. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.

University of Arizona Press. Used - Very Good. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects.

University of Arizona Press. Used - Good. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.

ii+56 pages with tables and references sited. Quarto (10 1/2" x 8") bound in original publisher's wrappers. Archaeological Papers of the University of Arizona number 22. First edition. An inquiry into how language functions in the life of a bilingual minority group in process of cultural change, this study investigated the acculturation and assimilation of individuals of Mexican descent living in Tucson, Arizona. Specifically, the language usage and interpersonal relations of individuals from representative families in the bilingual community of Tucson, the usage of bilingual social groups in the community, and the linguistic and cultural contacts between bilinguals and members of the larger Tucson community were examined. Data were drawn from observational studies of individuals and families; observation of group activities; and observation of, supplemented by questionnaires on, the cultural interests of Mexican children and their families. Some conclusions of the study were that Spanish came to be… Leer más

Univ of Arizona Pr, 1972. Paperback. New. 56 pages. 10.25x7.75x0.25 inches.

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