The Languages of Australia: Papers from the Australian Academy of the Humanities Symposium 1992

Book Description

Secondhand. Very good condition. Minor wear to book corners and edges.

Occasional Paper No. 14

Language is central to all human communication, to society, politics, trade, culture and the relevant institutions. Besides English as the national language, many languages are used in Australia. They play an important role in the nation's cohesion and in promoting external relations. This book is devoted to the many dimensions of these issues. (back cover)

Includes a chapter on Indigenous language.