Description
"A Legon Reader in Ghanaian Linguistics" is a scholarly collection that brings together key studies on the structure, use, and cultural significance of Ghanaian languages. The work highlights the richness and diversity of indigenous languages in Ghana, exploring their phonology, syntax, semantics, and sociolinguistic roles. It underscores the importance of studying local languages not only for linguistic insight but also for understanding the cultural and historical contexts in which they function.
The text also addresses challenges facing Ghanaian languages, including language shift, marginalization in formal education, and the dominance of English in public life. Through rigorous academic contributions, it advocates for the preservation and promotion of local languages as vital tools for national identity, education, and development. The work serves as both a foundational resource for students and scholars and a call to elevate the status of indigenous languages in Ghana’s intellectual and social landscape.
