Routledge 2003, ISBN 9780415288071
English-Only Europe? explores the role of languages in the process of European integration. anguages are central to the development of an integrated Europe. The way in which the European Union deals with multilingualism has serious implications for both individual member countries and international relations.
In this
book, Robert Phillipson considers whether the contemporary expansion of
English represents a serious threat to other European languages. After
exploring the implications of current policies, Phillipson argues the
case for more active language policies to safeguard a multilingual
Europe. Drawing on examples of countries with explicit language
policies such as Canada and South Africa, the book sets out
Phillipson's vision of an inclusive language policy for Europe, and
describes how it can be attained.