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Language, Economy and Society: The Changing Fortunes of the Welsh Language in the Twetieth-Century

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In this new edition the authors present new sets of language data both for individuals and for households in Wales and examine the impact of migration on the language, the relationship between social class and ability to speak Welsh, and the bases for the reproduction and maintenance of the language within the context of the family. The final chapter considers the prospects for the language in the light of new political and institutional developments , recent planning issues and developments in the critically important field of education. This book is an essential reference source for those concerned with the changing status and vitality of the Welsh language and of other minority languages in Europe. It provides a framework and a factual context in which to set such issues as language planning and policy formulation at local and national levels.

Language: English

Pages: 171

Format: Paperback

Release: February 25, 2000

ISBN 13: 9780708315521

Language, Economy and Society: The Changing Fortunes of the Welsh Language in the Twetieth-Century

0/5 ( ratings)

In this new edition the authors present new sets of language data both for individuals and for households in Wales and examine the impact of migration on the language, the relationship between social class and ability to speak Welsh, and the bases for the reproduction and maintenance of the language within the context of the family. The final chapter considers the prospects for the language in the light of new political and institutional developments , recent planning issues and developments in the critically important field of education. This book is an essential reference source for those concerned with the changing status and vitality of the Welsh language and of other minority languages in Europe. It provides a framework and a factual context in which to set such issues as language planning and policy formulation at local and national levels.

Language: English

Pages: 171

Format: Paperback

Release: February 25, 2000

ISBN 13: 9780708315521

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