
72. “Leaving Black People in the Lurch”
People I (Mostly) Admire
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The Emergence of Creole Languages
This chapter explores the fascinating development of Creole languages, highlighting their origins as hybrids formed by adult language learners in challenging contexts such as plantation slavery. It discusses the unique characteristics and grammatical simplicity of Creoles, emphasizing the urgency to document them amid declining linguistic diversity. The conversation also touches on the evolution of languages, misconceptions about their complexity, and the quest for a global language that transcends barriers.
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