Oxford Handbook of African Languages

Explore the rich diversity of African languages with the Oxford Handbook of African Languages by Rainer Vossen. Published by Oxford University Press in 2020, this extensive hardback edition spans an impressive 1104 pages and serves as a vital resource for anyone interested in the linguistic landscape of Africa.

This comprehensive handbook delves into the latest research in the field, incorporating perspectives from anthropological linguistics, typology, historical and comparative linguistics, and sociolinguistics. It addresses a broad spectrum of topics, including detailed grammatical sketches of various African languages, as well as sociocultural and extralinguistic issues that shape language use across the continent.

Whether you are a linguist, researcher, or simply an enthusiast of African languages, this handbook is an essential addition to your library, offering invaluable insights and knowledge.