ISBN:
0415288061
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9780415288064
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041528807X
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9780415288071
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9780203696989
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0203696980
Language:
English
Pages:
Online Ressource (251 pages)
Parallel Title:
Print version English-only Europe?
DDC:
306.4494
Keywords:
Language policy European Union countries
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Multilingualism Political aspects
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European Union countries
;
English language Political aspects
;
European Union countries
;
English language Government policy
;
European Union countries
;
Politique linguistique
;
Multilinguisme
;
Anglais (Langue)
;
English language Government policy
;
English language Political aspects
;
Language policy
;
Multilingualism Political aspects
;
Language policy
;
Multilingualism Political aspects
;
English language Political aspects
;
English language Government policy
;
Multilingualism
;
English language
;
Influence on foreign languages
;
International agencies
;
Language policy
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LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES ; Linguistics ; Sociolinguistics
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English language ; Government policy
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English language ; Political aspects
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Language and languages ; Political aspects
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Multilingualism ; Political aspects
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Taalpolitiek
;
Engels
;
European Union countries Languages
;
Political aspects
;
Pays de l'Union européenne Europe
;
European Union countries
;
European Union countries Languages
;
Political aspects
;
European Union countries Languages
;
Political aspects
;
European Union countries
;
Electronic books
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Electronic books
Abstract:
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 Eu
Description / Table of Contents:
Book Cover; Title; Contents; Illustrations; Acknowledgements; The risks of laissez faire language policies; European languages: families, nations, empires, states; Global trends impacting on European language policy; Languages in EU institutions; Towards equitable communication; Recommendations for action on language policies; European Council conclusions: Linguistic diversity and multilingualism in the EU, 1995
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index. - Print version record
