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English-Only Europe?: Challenging Language Policy

By Robert Phillipson

Book information

Year
2003
ISBN
041528807X, 9780415288071
Open Library ID
OL7490177M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
888 kB (909743 bytes)
Pages
256\251
Scanned
yes
Time added
2011-06-04 19:45:58

Description

English-Only Europe? explores the role of languages in the process of European integration.Languages are central to the development of an integrated Europe. The way in which the European Union deals with multilingualism has serious implications for both individual member countries and international relations.In this book, Robert Phillipson considers whether the contemporary expansion of English represents a serious threat to other European languages. After exploring the implications of current policies, Phillipson argues the case for more active language policies to safeguard a multilingual Europe. Drawing on examples of countries with explicit language policies such as Canada and South Africa, the book sets out Phillipson's vision of an inclusive language policy for Europe, and describes how it can be attained.

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