Language Repertoires and State Construction in Africa |
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| Author:
| Laitin, David D. |
| Contribution by:
| Bates, Robert H.
Comisso, Ellen |
| Series title: | Cambridge Studies in Comparative Politics Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-521-41343-5 |
| Publication Date: | Apr 1992 |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $128.00 |
Book Description:
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Most African countries have a population composed of a multitude of language groups and most African citizens have a varied repertoire. David Laitin addresses the problem of language planning in Africa and the role of language politics in the process of state formation.
Most African countries have a population composed of a multitude of language groups and most African citizens have a varied repertoire. David Laitin addresses the problem of language planning in Africa and the role of language politics in the process of state formation.