English and the Discourses of Colonialism

Autor*innen

• Alastair Pennycook

Parameter

• 252 Seiten
• 9 Lesestunden

• Linguistik

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By exploring colonial language policies in India, Malaysia, and Hong Kong, the book reveals how these policies shaped and were shaped by colonial discourses. It questions the notion of the English language as neutral and global, highlighting the complexities and implications of language use within colonial contexts. Through detailed analysis, it uncovers the intersections of language, power, and identity in these regions, providing a critical perspective on the legacy of colonialism in shaping language dynamics today.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 1998
• Einband: Paperback