Language, Power and Identity Politics
| Author | : Máiréad Nic Craith |
| Publisher | : Springer |
| Total Pages | : 239 |
| Release | : 2007-10-23 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9780230592841 |
| ISBN-13 | : 0230592848 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (41 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Language, Power and Identity Politics by : Máiréad Nic Craith
Download or read book Language, Power and Identity Politics written by Máiréad Nic Craith and published by Springer. This book was released on 2007-10-23 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dominance, identity and resistance are key themes in this examination of language in global, virtual and local settings. It focuses on world languages, linguistic rights and minority protection. Case studies explore the social strategies employed by migrants speaking non-indigenous tongues and the effect of religion in sensitive political contexts.
