This post features a quirky track by Wez G about aliens landing, expressing a mix of curiosity and hope. It includes various streaming links, showcasing the availability of the track on platforms like SoundCloud and Mixcloud, encouraging listeners to engage with the music and explore related content.
On Amazon Prime Great Courses Signature Collection I watched author John McWhorter present a course on World Language Families and this drew my attention to this literary work. McWhorter is a very intelligent polyglot and makes the study of global languages an interesting and fun-filled adventure. In this book we…
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K. David Harrison’s “The Last Speakers” explores the urgent issue of endangered languages and their significance in preserving unique cultural knowledge. The book highlights the risks posed by language extinction, particularly in marginalized communities, and advocates for revitalization efforts. With a focus on examples from Wales and New Zealand, it underscores the value of linguistic diversity in confronting global challenges like climate change.
View More Review: The Last Speakers: The Quest to Save the World’s Most Endangered Languages – by K. David Harrison