• Published by Hong Kong University Press

The volumes in this series set out to provide a contemporary record of the spread and development of the English language in South, Southeast, and East Asia from both linguistic and literary perspectives. The volumes in this series reflect themes that cut across national boundaries, including the study of language policies; globalization and linguistic imperialism; English in the media; English in law, government, and education; ?hybrid? Englishes; and the bilingual creativity manifested by the vibrant creative writing found in a swathe of Asian societies. This book provides an overview and analysis of the role of English in the Philippines, the factors that led to its spread and retention, and the characteristics of Philippine English today.

• Published/Released: October 2010
• Original Copyright: 2008
• ISBN 13: 9789888052639
• ISBN 10: 9888052632
• Product number: 261848
• Shipping Weight: 0.00 lbs (0.00 kgs)

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