Bilingualism : Basic Principles

This new edition provides an introduction to the queries that arise in connection with bilingualism and the effect it has on the personality. It underlines the normality of speaking and using more than one language and aims to dispel many myths and fears. It will interest parents, educators and policy makers, as well as language specialists. Contents Introduction Preface to the second edition 1 Definitions and Typologies 2 Interference and Code-switching 3 Measurement of Bilingualism and Biculturalism 4 Theoretical Considerations 5 Problems of the Bilingual Speaker Bibliography Index