Nonkilling Linguistics: Practical Applications: Volume 8 (Nonkilling Studies)

Nonkilling speaks both to the goal of preserving the physical lives of individuals, communities, other species, the environment as well as the more metaphorical but also extremely important survival of languages, cultures, histories (oral and written), literary manifestations, etc. The list is vast and varied, and the good news is that a nonkilling mentality can be applied to all these realms and lives. This volume helps us start exploring the potential of the nonkilling paradigm when it comes to language use, education and legislation. As many are aware, language permeates most facets of human experience: we use different forms of language and literacy to establish contact with one another, to communicate our thoughts and feelings, to make sense of the world around us, and ultimately to realize our destiny as social beings.

Dr. Friedrich is a sociolinguist whose main research interests are World Englishes and the spread of English throughout the world (which includes the politics of English and its interaction with social and economic phenomena). Her curiosity about languages and cultures has led her to become involved in cross-cultural examinations especially in how national culture and language impact business making and organizational practices. Dr. Friedrich is also attracted to writing, particularly ESL, and the teaching of writing across different fields as well as investigating methodological aspects of research designs for the humanities. She has published articles in journals such as World Englishes (where she has also been a guest editor), International Journal of Applied Linguistics, and English Today. Originally from Brazil, Dr. Friedrich has lived in Argentina, and in the Midwest.