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The Language and Literature of Malta: A Synthesis of Semitic and Latin Elements

Friggieri, Oliver (2016) The Language and Literature of Malta: A Synthesis of Semitic and Latin Elements. Acta Orientalia Academiae Scientiarum Hungaricae, 69 (2). pp. 201-219. ISSN 0001-6446

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Abstract

The history of Malta is a sequence of experiences which exposed the country to various cultures and consequently contributed towards its growth into a nation not only claiming to be distinct, but also having full awareness of its own identity. The Semitic character of its language and the Latinity of its culture have both contributed towards the complex formation of a unique country. This paper seeks to outline the development of the Maltese language as a medium through which Malta could best express itself and construct its own literature. Located midway between two continents, Malta’s geographical position is thus coherently reflected in this duality.

Item Type: Article
Subjects: D History General and Old World / történelem > D0 History (General) / történelem általában
P Language and Literature / nyelvészet és irodalom
Depositing User: Ágnes Sallai
Date Deposited: 26 Jul 2016 12:23
Last Modified: 30 Jun 2018 23:15
URI: http://real.mtak.hu/id/eprint/38025

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