Linguistic Minorities in Democratic Context

This blends discussion of the role of language minorities in politics with examples of language policy in a range of national contexts. It discusses minority rights and language protection, the policies of the state in privileging powerful majorities, the opportunities and challenges of both devolution and globalization.

Author: C. Williams
Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
Published: 11/28/2007
Pages: 440
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.15lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.92d
ISBN: 9781349541317

About the Author
Colin H. Williams is Research Professor in the School of Welsh, Cardiff University, UK and holds Honorary Professorships at the University of Aberdeen, University of the Highlands and Islands, UK and Western Ontario. He is a member of the Welsh Language Board. His previous publications include Called Unto Liberty and as editor Language Revitalization and Language and Governance.

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