1 Table of Contents: “...) -- 1 Introduction: Linguistic, sociolinguistic, ethnographic and historical contexts -- 2 Phonology...”

2 “... and historical linguists. A substantial introduction orients the reader in the major issues, both historical...”

3 “... languages are systematically placed in the genetic, typological, areal and historical contexts of New Guinea...”

4 “.... The book also describes the sociolinguistic and historical context within which Papapana is spoken...”

5 “... pays special attention to the language in its social context, historical-comparative analysis...”

6 “... of typological and historical-comparative interest. The data documentation is substantial and detailed....”