Caribbean Spanish in the Metropolis
Author | : Edwin M. Lamboy |
Publisher | : Psychology Press |
Total Pages | : 152 |
Release | : 2004 |
ISBN-10 | : 0415949254 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780415949255 |
Rating | : 4/5 (54 Downloads) |
Download or read book Caribbean Spanish in the Metropolis written by Edwin M. Lamboy and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This study focuses on first- and second-generation Cubans, Dominicans and Puerto Ricans living in the New York City area. In particular, the author creates a sociolinguistic profile of these cohorts and evaluates their attitudes towards Spanish and English, their use of these languages and their linguistic skills based on generation and ethnic factors.