The Story of Papiamentu

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Exploring the origins of the creole language Papiamentu, this book delves into its historical context in Curaçao, Aruba, and Bonaire. It examines the debates surrounding its development, considering whether it emerged from the interaction between Spanish explorers and local Indigenous languages or stemmed from Portuguese influences during the African slave trade. The narrative provides a non-linguistic perspective, offering insights into the cultural and historical factors that shaped this unique language since the 17th century.