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Routledge Word from the Mother 1st Edition 2021 Hardbound by Geneva Smitherman , Foreword by H. Samy Alim
1: This is a manifesto for African American Language, setting out its importance, linguistically, culturally and from an education perspective, by leading African American linguist and educational activist, Geneva Smitherman2. Critical reading for both students and scholars of Linguistics, Black studies , Education and related areas, but also accessible and engaging reading for a general interest market, as written in Smitherman's authentic African American writing style3. This is a highly individual and vibrant book, including a handy guide to key words and expressions from "Talking trash" to "large and in charge"