Beyond the Intangible: Literature and Endangered Language Revitalisation
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2026-01-15
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This thesis explores the revitalisation of endangered languages through literary practices, including translation, children’s literature, publishing, festivals, and literary prizes. It examines how languages become endangered and highlights the importance of early intervention. Through case studies of literary translation projects, the thesis argues that accessible translation databases and youth-oriented, evolving literary language are crucial for effective revitalisation, alongside a pluricentric approach to standardisation. The role of children’s literature in intergenerational transmission is emphasised, identifying the availability of age-appropriate materials, dialogic book sharing, and parental engagement as key strategies. The thesis also assesses the contributions of publishing houses, literary festivals, and prizes, noting their potential to both support and hinder revitalisation. Finally, it considers innovative approaches such as large language models and multimodal storytelling, proposing a framework of literary strategies to support endangered language revitalisation.
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