Language, Power and Identity Politics [Hardcover]

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.List of Tables Series Editor's Preface Acknowledgements Notes on the Contributors Language and Power: Accommodation and Resistance; M.Nic Craith Globalisation and Transformation: Language Planning in New Contexts; D.Mac Giolla Chr?ost Linguistic Human Rights in Education: International Cast Studies; J.Saville English in Europe: Threat or Promise?; R.Phillipson Minority Protection and Lesser-Used Language Promotion: The Convention on the Future of the European Union; M.Warasin Broadcasting for Minorities: The Case of the Celtic Languages; P.McDermott Language, Culture and Identity: The Chinese Community in Northern Ireland; M.Delargy Intercultural Communication: Chinese Culture in UK Education; R.Fong Faith, Identity, Language: Muslim Migrants in Scotland and Northern Ireland; G.Marranci Language, Faith and Communication; J.Dunlop 9/11 and the War on Terrorism: The Clash of 'Words', 'Cultures' and 'Civilisations': Myth or Reality; J.Rehman Index

'...this edited collection provides a wealth of information and insights on the nature of conflicts (and potential conflicts) connected to language choice in public life, education and religion.' - Language Policy

'The contributions to this very interesting book succeed admirably in presenting and analyzing a wide variety of issues.' - Discourse Analysis

'The contributions to this very interesting book suceeds admirably in presenting and analyzing a wide variety of issues - mostly concerning Europe - looking into powerful languages such as Englis, minority languages such as Irish, and immigrant languages such as Chinese and Arabic. Each chló!