Fligelman, Frieda, 1890-1978

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Frieda Fligelman was a linguist, sociologist, poet and a well-known advocate for women's issues. She pioneered the study of "linguistic sociology," an evaluation of the meaning and value of words used in a sociological context. She believed language should be studied as an environment and national group interest rather than simply as meaning and form. Fligelman authored many articles and papers outlining the depth and importance of language. Her work included a book titled The Richness of African Negro Languages, which illustrated the principles of linguistic sociology.

Fligelman faced much frustration over the general disinterest in her work. She fought to have her writings published and her theories accepted by the sociologists and linguists of her day. Fligelman was politically active and participated in establishing a program providing relief for victims of anti-Semitic persecution during WW II. She showed concern over the racial issues of her time and society's attempt to limit immigration. Fligelman's studies in the value of language emphasized the vitality of a multi-ethnic culture and the importance of her sociological theories in understanding that culture.

From the guide to the Frieda Fligelman Papers, 1927-1984, (Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library Archives and Special Collections)

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referencedIn Fligelman family. Fligelman family papers, 1930-1985. Judah L. Magnes Memorial Museum, Rabbi Morris Goldstein Library
referencedIn Fligelman family. Fligelman family papers, 1930-1985. Judah L. Magnes Memorial Museum, Rabbi Morris Goldstein Library
referencedIn Dog Creek Press. Dog Creek Press records, 1977-1982. Montana Historical Society Library
creatorOf Frieda Fligelman Papers, 1927-1984 Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library Archives and Special Collections
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Universities and colleges
International relations
Montana
Photographs
Sociolinguistics
Women
World War, 1939-1945
World War, 1939-1945
World War, 1939-1945
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Linguists
Women sociologists
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Birth 1890

Death 1978

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