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English in Language Shift

The History, Structure and Sociolinguistics of South African Indian English

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276pages
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The book explores the emergence of a distinct form of English among Indian migrant workers in Natal, South Africa, highlighting the historical and linguistic shifts that occurred in this immigrant setting. It delves into the parallels between second language acquisition and the processes of pidginization and creolization. Additionally, it compares South African Indian English with other regional dialects, as well as English varieties in India and globally, providing a comprehensive analysis of language evolution in a multicultural context.

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English in Language Shift, Rajend Mesthrie

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2006
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