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The former Soviet Union provides one of the most interesting examples of a nation state's deliberate use of language policy to further its political goals. Language Policy in the Soviet Union provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the development of this policy at both national and loca... More

Written not only for linguists and anthropologists, this book serves as a general reference guide to language revitalization for language activists and community members who believe they should ensure the future use of their languages, despite their predicted loss. Drawing extensively on case studie... More

The issue of language loss is currently the focus of much linguistic research. This edited volume brings together work by theoretical linguists, field linguists and nonlinguist members of minority communities to provide an integrated view of how language is lost, from sociological and economic as we... More

What's your sign? Are you a romantic Rat, steady Ox, perceptive Rabbit, dynamic Dragon, prudent Snake, shy Sheep, or wild and witty Monkey? Whatever your sign, Chinese Love Signs is your guide as you set off on the road to romance. Whereas the Western zodiac is determined by the month in which you w... More

Persuasive Reports and Proposals will ensure that what you write, gets the results you want. It covers five crucial aspects which spell out PRIDE – what you should feel about your documents if they are to win hearts and minds: • Purpose – clarifying your aim and constructing a persuasive argum... More

This revised edition of the best-selling The 15-Second Principle is designed to give people the tools and techniques they need to stay focused and committed to their forgotten or abandoned goals. It offers a simple yet powerful system to give anyone the freedom to break through stagnation, fear and ... More