Caribbean Spanish in the Metropolis
Author | : Edwin M. Lamboy |
Publisher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 139 |
Release | : 2004-09 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781135932701 |
ISBN-13 | : 1135932700 |
Rating | : 4/5 (700 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Caribbean Spanish in the Metropolis by : Edwin M. Lamboy
Download or read book Caribbean Spanish in the Metropolis written by Edwin M. Lamboy and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2004-09 with total page 139 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.