QI: QI goes off on one
A column of interesting facts about the number 1, contains an entry on last speakers.
The current last speakers of Yaghan and Kaixána are mentioned. The article also mentions the last native speaker of Cornish, prior to its revival
Showing posts with label last speaker. Show all posts
Showing posts with label last speaker. Show all posts
Monday, 3 January 2011
Sunday, 22 August 2010
Most isolated Brazilian
The most Isolated man in the world
Slate Magazine reports on the "last survivor of an uncontacted tribe", subject to a "policy of no contact". The reporter, Monte Reel, points out the negative attitudes of local ranchers and loggers, and mentions the alleged genocide of the Akuntsu as an example.
Another point made is the possibility that technology might help raise awareness, and enable the non-invasive mapping and monitoring of regions.
Slate Magazine reports on the "last survivor of an uncontacted tribe", subject to a "policy of no contact". The reporter, Monte Reel, points out the negative attitudes of local ranchers and loggers, and mentions the alleged genocide of the Akuntsu as an example.
Another point made is the possibility that technology might help raise awareness, and enable the non-invasive mapping and monitoring of regions.
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