Wiesinger, Peter: Österreichisches Deutsch kompakt. Geschichte und Gegenwart. Herausgegeben von Peter Ernst. Wien: Praesens, 2024. – ISBN 978-3-7069-1177-1. 216 Seiten, € 26,50.

Key Points

• The article explores the history and current usage of Austrian German as a distinct form of language.
• Descriptive analysis of Austrian German language features and history.
• Comparison with other German dialects.
• Review of literature related to Austrian German.
• Detailed examination of language usage in contemporary contexts.
• Highlights the unique characteristics of Austrian German.
• Demonstrates the cultural and historical influences on the language.
• Discusses its role in the context of teaching German as a foreign language.

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