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Routledge Language in Indenture: Bhojpuri-Hindi History

Name: Routledge Language in Indenture: Bhojpuri-Hindi History
Brand: Routledge
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Explore the linguistic transformation of Indian workers in South Africa with this sociolinguistic study from Routledge. Originally published in 1991, this book examines the political and social consequences of the indenture system between 1860 and 1911. It tracks how the transplantation of thousands of workers impacted their native linguistic traditions. This work follows the history of Bhojpuri and its adaptation to a new environment. It details the emergence of a distinct South African Bhojpuri koine, commonly recognized as Hindi. Readers will learn about the roots and evolution of this specific language variety. The text also investigates the specific events that contributed to its eventual demise. This book serves as a detailed historical record for those interested in the connection between migration, politics, and language change.

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Examines the linguistic impact of the Indian indenture system in South Africa between 1860 and 1911.

Traces the evolution of Bhojpuri from its original roots to a South African Bhojpuri koine.

Provides a historical analysis of how the term Hindi came to represent this specific language variety.

Investigates the social and political factors that influenced the development of these linguistic traditions.

Offers a deep look into the events that led to the decline of this unique language variety.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1138352551
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Medical, Legal & Social Sciences > Anthropology & Sociology
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 04 October 2018
Listed Since: 13 June 2018

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