Why English?
Pauline Bunce
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Why English?
by Pauline Bunce, Robert Phillipson, Vaughan Rapatahana
Published
2016
Publisher
Multilingual Matters
Pages
285
ISBN-13
9781783095841
Description
This book explores the ways and means by which English threatens the vitality and diversity of other languages and cultures in the modern world. Using the metaphor of the Hydra monster from ancient Greek mythology, it explores the use and misuse of English in a wide range of contexts, revealing how the dominance of English is being confronted and counteracted around the globe. The authors explore the language policy challenges for governments and education systems at all levels, and show how changing the role of English can lead to greater success in education for a larger proportion of children. Through personal accounts, poems, essays and case studies, the book calls for greater efforts to ensure the maintenance of the world's linguistic and cultural diversity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Why English??
This edition of Why English? has approximately 285 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Why English??
For most readers, Why English? typically takes between 5h 56m and 3h 58m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 71,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 45m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 71,250 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Why English??
The estimated word count for Why English? is approximately 71,250 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Why English??
Why English? was written by Pauline Bunce, Robert Phillipson, Vaughan Rapatahana.
When was Why English? published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2016. The original work may have been published on a different date.