The Victoria Conference on Northwestern Languages
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The Victoria Conference on Northwestern Languages

Novermber 4-5, 1976

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eBook - PDF

The Victoria Conference on Northwestern Languages

Novermber 4-5, 1976

About this book

Explore the linguistic heritage of the Pacific Northwest with this collection of scholarly papers.

The Victoria Conference on Northwestern Languages gathers research presented at the 1976 conference hosted by the Royal British Columbia Museum. Linguists and historians will find valuable insights into the diverse languages spoken by the peoples of the Northwest Coast. From Chilcotin velars to Salish grammar, this volume offers a deep dive into linguistic forms and historical contexts.

Discover:

  • Detailed analyses of Northwestern languages
  • Historical perspectives on linguistic diversity
  • Research on indigenous language structures

Perfect for linguists, historians, and anyone interested in the rich linguistic tapestry of the Pacific Northwest.

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Information

Publisher
The Royal British Columbia Museum
Year
2019
Topic
Languages & Linguistics
eBook ISBN
9780772677563
Subtopic
Languages
Index
Languages & Linguistics

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title Page
  3. Copyright
  4. Cover and Artist
  5. Foreword
  6. Contents
  7. Overview
  8. Flattening and Rounding in Chilcotin Velars
  9. The Expression of the Cooperative Principle in Bella Coola
  10. Tsimshian Internal Relations Reconsidered: Southern Tsimshian
  11. Noun and Verb in Nootkan
  12. The Control System: A Major Category in the Grammar of Salishan Languages
  13. Back Cover

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