On Bilinguals and Bilingualism

François Grosjean author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Cambridge University Press

Published:25th Jun '26

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Discover François Grosjean's numerous contributions to the field of bilingualism over a span of some 40 years.

Professor François Grosjean is a recognized world expert on bilingualism. In this fascinating book, he surveys the many contributions he has made to the field, gives follow-up comments, reviews how the field has responded, and stresses how important it is to inform the general public about bilingualism and biculturalism.François Grosjean is one of the world's best-known scholars in the study of bilingualism. Over a career spanning two continents, his holistic approach has made groundbreaking contributions to many areas of the field. This book surveys this lifetime of work, from the start of his career, to where it stands today. The first chapter sets the stage with his personal experience as a bilingual, and the chapters that follow then deal with his holistic view of bilingualism, the bilingual's language modes, the Complementarity Principle, spoken language processing, cross-linguistic influence, biculturalism, the bilingualism and biculturalism of the Deaf, the statistics of bilingualism, and special bilinguals. In each chapter, he describes the concept, theory or findings that he proposed, adds follow-up comments, and discusses reactions, replications and extensions. The final chapter underlines the importance of informing the general public about bilingualism and biculturalism, and illustrates how this can be done.

'… a must-read for anyone intrigued by the complexities of bilingualism and its associated disciplines. Grosjean's opus marks a substantial advancement in the domain of bilingual research and offers an invaluable trove of knowledge for language learners and enthusiasts.' American Journal of Psychology
'Grosjean's book is outstandingly timely, refreshingly personal, and fundamentally self-critical. He has worked on bilingualism for forty years and heralded a view of the bilingual speaker-hearer as normal rather than the odd one out … Grosjean is refreshingly personal, giving the reader a clear idea of the author's personal experience, knowledge, and access to resources. Not only does this make his work relatable, but, much more importantly, it contributes to a discourse that acknowledges that in the end every researcher's unique perspective will have an impact on what they look at, how, and why … I am grateful this book exists and I hope it will leave its mark in our society.' Victoria Beatrix Fendel, LINGUIST List
'François Grosjean, a preeminent figure in bilingualism research, encapsulates a lifetime of scholarly endeavor in his seminal work … both a scholarly tour de force and a passionately penned plea for the recognition of bilingualism as a valuable and enriching facet of human experience. François Grosjean not only recounts a personal and professional journey but also lays down a robust framework for future explorations in bilingual studies. This book is an essential resource for those engaged in linguistics, psychology, and multi-cultural studies, offering rich insights and a comprehensive overview of the field as shaped by one of its most influential voices.' Zilong Zhong, Bilingual Research Journal

ISBN: 9781009210423

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 306g

204 pages