An examination of Italian immigrants and their children in the early twentieth century; A New Language; A New World is the first full-length historical case study of one immigrant group's experience with language in America. Incorporating the interdisciplinary literature on language within a historical framework; Nancy C. Carnevale illustrates the complexity of the topic of language in American immigrant life. By looking at language from the perspectives of both immigrants and the dominant culture as well as their interaction; this book reveals the role of language in the formation of ethnic identity and the often coercive context within which immigrants must negotiate this process.
#755419 in Books 2004-06-15Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.00 x .70 x 6.00l; .76 #File Name: 0252072200224 pages
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Good; but challengingBy Heather DonnellyIt is important to note this was written for academics and; while useful; can be a bit repetitive; making for difficult; slow reading. The ideas are worthwhile and the thematic device employing minority voices for contrast/rebuttal is well executed however the language and arguments used come across as cumbersome after several iterations.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. The Christian Nation; Manifest Destiny; and biblical idealsBy Mike BarkerRichard Hughes brings a refreshing mix of American History and the Christian faith that contrasts American ideals that often conflict with biblical teachings. "Myths Americans Live By" challenges these assumptions not to incite rebellion but to help the reader see how our American culture has shaped our thinking when faith would direct our thoughts otherwise.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. For those who care about this subject; this is a smartly balanced approachBy Charles N. Jamison; Jr.This book is for a lay person and an academic. It presents a unique point/counter-point as to the origin of major American national myths; their evolution and impact and; sometimes; their corruption.
