This is the story of Dr. Geneva Smitherman, aka Dr. G, the pioneering linguist often referred to as the Queen of Black Language. As Dr. G enters her eighth decade, she seeks to share the meaning and purpose of a life of study and struggle and its significance for all those who seek racial and social justice today.
In Articulate While Black, two renowned scholars of Black Language address language and racial politics in the U.S. through an insightful examination of President Barack Obama's language use-and America's response to it.
Focusing on the pivotal role of language within the Hip Hop Nation, this book delves into the intricacies and creativity of lyrical production. It highlights authentic dialogues from renowned Hip Hop artists and explores the implications of Hip Hop language in educational settings, showcasing its cultural significance and impact.
Presenting an overview of past debates on the speech of the African Americans, this study explores the relationship between language and race, as well as common perceptions of African American Language (AAL). It is for students of African American English, language, culture and sociolinguistics, as well as the general reader.