The Dialects of Italy and other Italian Linguistic Realities



This course will study the origins, distribution and fate of Italian dialects.

Lessons will also focus on studying literary expression, folklore and lyrics.

Linguistic minorities in Italy, the Italian language outside of Italy (Italian emigration abroad) and the language of the new Italians living in Italy will be also discussed and analyzed.



Required Text:

T. De Mauro, Storia linguistica dell’Italia unita, Roma-Bari, Laterza, 2011²,

Biblioteca Storica Laterza.