book notice:

[Harold Schiffman]

Language, Power and Identity Politics : 2007  Palgrave Macmillan
http://www.palgrave.com


Editor: Máiréad Nic Craith

Abstract:

The contributors to this book explore the significance of language in
articulating and maintaining identity in the context of power
relations at all levels in society. As globalization gains momentum,
and new technologies emerge, concepts of power and information are
reshaped and the role of language changes. Contributions examine the
importance of English as an indicator of power and influence in global
contexts. The authors also focus on the new transnational context for
minority language activists within the EU. Such benefits have not been
extended to speakers of immigrant languages as the principle of
indigeneity continues to remain central to language policy. Different
mother tongues divide migrant and indigenous populations but relations
can be vastly improved with structures reinforcing intercultural
communication. Language can also act as boundary between peoples of
different faiths and ethnic backgrounds and the final contribution
explores changing concepts in the wake of 9/11 and the subsequent 'war
on terror'.

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