TY - BOOK AU - CAMPBELL, Lyle AU - Lyle Campbell TI - American Indian languages: : the historical linguistics of Native America SN - 9780195094275 AV - DUCE PM108 .C36 PY - 1997/// CY - New York PB - Oxford University Press KW - Language KW - Anthropological linguistics--America N1 - Includes bibliographical references and indexes N2 - American Indian languages represent a rich and diverse linguistic heritage that reflects the history, culture, and worldview of Indigenous peoples across North and South America. These languages, numbering hundreds, embody unique grammatical structures, oral traditions, and systems of knowledge. Despite centuries of decline due to colonization and assimilation policies, revitalization efforts continue through education, documentation, and community initiatives. The study of American Indian languages not only preserves cultural identity but also contributes to broader understanding of human language diversity and its role in shaping thought and society UR - http://172.20.27.22:4000/handle/123456789/48 ER -