The English Language and Black Womanhood: A Low Blow at Self-Esteem.

Scott, Patricia Bell

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Publication Date: 1974

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The English Language and Black Womanhood: A Low Blow at Self-Esteem

Scott, Patricia Bell

Journal of Afro-American Issues, 2, 3, 218-225, Sum 74

Argues that by dealing with the language patterns one uses, one can shape the world-view of a people: the impetus of our fight with the racism and sexism of the English language as it relates to black womanhood must begin with black women. (Author/JM)

Descriptors: Black Attitudes, Cultural Influences, Ethnic Discrimination, Language Patterns, North American English, Racial Discrimination, Self Esteem, Sex Discrimination, Sex Stereotypes

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