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020 _a1-85359-689-2
050 _aPE 3104 .M34 2003
100 _aMazrui, A.M.
245 0 _aEnglish in Africa after the cold war
250 _aNo. 126
260 _aClevedon
_bMultilingual Matters Ltd.
_c2004
300 _avii, 144p.
440 _aMultilingual Matters
500 _aDescribes the history of the English language following the cold war in Africa. The English language according to this book, is viewed as a threat by some to the survival of local African languages and cultural legacy. Discusses the influence of this language in policy making and the unwillingness to use resources to develop African languages. Evaluates its use as a medium of instruction in African educational institutions.
650 _aAfrica|Language|Culture|Public Policy
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_cBK
999 _c798
_d798