Mam History Oakland Notes on the History of the Mayan-Mam Language

"Presents refreshing and original insights and research into the history of the Mam language as viewed and developed in the Oakland region. Developed by a history teacher and two of his Oakland-based Guatemalan-born Mayan Mam students, this book offers rich interviews with native Mam speakers while also engaging with the historical and linguistic roots of Mam. Framing the topic through its political development, cultural practices, and linguistics development offers readers new perspectives and understandings of the memory of Mam and Mayan history. Mam History balances scholarly approaches alongside the lived experiences of Oakland community members, bringing together a valuable blend of education and social value. --Publisher's description.