The Handbook of Language Contact

The Handbook of Language Contact is a comprehensive guide that explores how languages influence each other when speakers of different languages interact. It examines phenomena like borrowing words, grammar changes, and the emergence of new dialects or creoles. The book covers patterns, causes, and effects of these interactions globally, helping readers understand the complex ways in which languages evolve and adapt through contact. It’s a valuable resource for linguists and anyone interested in the dynamics of language change within diverse communities.