This book discusses the effects of globalization on languages in Africa. In contrast to previous studies, the contributors examine whether or not globalization

Globalization is a complex phenomenon that has deep ties in the past movement of people and ideas around the world. While many people voice the fear that the po

This book shows the effects of globalization on language in social context, identifying the city as the key site for the realization of these effects. It challe

It is generally agreed that about 7,000 languages are spoken across the world today and at least half may no longer be spoken by the end of this century. This s

Languages are constantly changing. New words are added to the English language every year, either borrowed or coined, and there is often railing against the 'de