The Central Tagbanwa people of the Philippines are on the verge of losing their language forever. In the last sixty years, the ravages of war and disease, and the large influx of migrants have drastically altered the sociolinguistic dynamics of their homeland. There is no question that Central Tagbanwa is an endangered language. If the trend shown in this study continues, the Central Tagbanwa language will become only a sentimental memory to the generation now being born. The aim of this book is to preserve the linguistic heritage of the Central Tagbanwa people for generations to come.1. Historical Background2. Sociolinguistic Dynamics3. Phonology4. Grammar5. A Brief LexiconAppendices: Three Central Tagbanwa interlinear texts. (Note: Central Tagbanwa is distinct from the other two mutually unintelligible Tagbanwa languages spoken in Palawan province: Aborlan Tagbanwa spoken in central Palawan, and Calamian Tagbanwa spoken in the Calamian Islands off the northern tip of Palawan.)Ordering information:Orders may be placed by: email: info_philippines@sil.org fax: +63-2-726-2012 mail: Academic Publications, Summer Institute of Linguistics P.O. Box 2270 CPO, 1099 Manila, PhilippinesSorry, we do not have credit card facilities. Payment in US dollars or Philippine pesos only (peso price available on request). Unless requested, orders are shipped via surface mail (about 4 to 6 months).When an order is received, the books will be sent out. An invoice with the full amount due will be sent out separately. Alternatively, airmail or international courier shipping is available.