{"title":"Sophia Smith Galer","description":"\u003cp\u003eSophia Smith Galer is a distinguished author and journalist, known for her insightful explorations in the realms of philosophy and psychology. Her compelling works captivate readers by delving into the complexities of language and its profound impact on human understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her notable works, \u003cem\u003eHow to Kill a Language\u003c\/em\u003e, offers a critical examination of language loss and revitalisation. Through a thoughtful blend of philosophical discourse and psychological analysis, Sophia provides a unique perspective on how languages evolve, diminish, or thrive in the modern world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSophia’s writings are not just academic musings; they are accessible discussions that invite readers to contemplate the power of words and the role they play in shaping our identities and societies. Her books are ideal for anyone interested in uncovering the hidden layers of linguistic phenomena and the psychological underpinnings of communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Sophia Smith Galer's collection at our bookstore and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of language and thought.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"how-to-kill-a-language-by-sophia-smith-galer-9780008723736","title":"How to Kill a Language","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is the story of our modern world in 10 languages.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs Sophia Smith Galer’s Nonna lay dying, she realised it wasn’t just a beloved grandmother she was losing – it was the language she spoke, too. From Northern Italy, she spoke a dialët that Sophia, like so many children and grandchildren of migrants, can understand but can’t speak. With the death of the language, Sophia would lose a culture, a history, an inheritance – a whole world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis tragedy reaches far beyond her family. Globally we are witnessing an unprecedented mass extinction event. By the end of this century, half of the world’s 7000 languages will be gone, killed by war, climate breakdown, migration, nationalism or neglect, along with the vital knowledge that they have sustained for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSmith Galer has journeyed across continents and generations to report from this disappearing world. From Ghana to Greece, Ecuador to Oman, California to the UK, she meets people experiencing this loss at first hand – but also campaigners and linguists who prove that a multilingual future is still possible. Her travels ultimately lead her back to where she began: to Italy, and the tiny mountainside village where the church bells still ring out for her Nonna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow to Kill a Language\u003c\/em\u003e is the story of our modern world in 10 languages. It is a vital investigation into a hidden global crisis, and a call to speak, read and write the languages of our world, before it’s too late.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47306907418860,"sku":"9780008723736","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6123f202f6d981bcc1f4fcea76dd93a1.jpg?v=1771100277"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/sophia-smith-galer.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}