Multilingualism and the Periphery

by Sari Pietikainen

Multilingualism and the Periphery is an edited volume that explores the ways in which core-periphery dynamics shape multilingualism. The research focuses on peripheral sites, which are defined by a relationship-be it geographic, political, economic etc.-to some perceived centre. Viewing multilingualism through the lens of core-periphery dynamics allows the contributors to highlight language ideological tensions with regard to language boundary-making,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0199945195
• ISBN13: 9780199945191
• Release Date: February 2013
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 244 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.1"