Narratives of Place, Belonging and Language
Author | : Máiréad Nic Craith |
Publisher | : Springer |
Total Pages | : 244 |
Release | : 2012-02-10 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780230355514 |
ISBN-13 | : 023035551X |
Rating | : 4/5 (51X Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Narratives of Place, Belonging and Language by : Máiréad Nic Craith
Download or read book Narratives of Place, Belonging and Language written by Máiréad Nic Craith and published by Springer. This book was released on 2012-02-10 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examining identity in relation to globalization and migration, this book uses narratives and memoirs from contemporary authors who have lived 'in-between' two or more languages. It explores the human desire to find one's 'own place' in new cultural contexts, and looks at the role of language in shaping a sense of belonging in society.