Francophonie in the 1990's
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Author Description
This book is intended to make up-to-date information and opinion about Francophonie accessible to English-speaking readers, and to assess how well the international movement of French-speaking nations is placed to face the future. 'Francophonie' can be defined in three ways: as the development and distribution of the French language; as an international movement of nearly fifty countries and regions, similar to, but showing major differences from the Commonwealth; and as a set of cultural and political values which can be shared by other nations for which French is not the only or the main means of communication. Students of French, of international relations, of sociolinguistics and the sociology of language, of politics and economics, and those interested in questions of cultural and linguistic identity will find the book invaluable as a source of reference, as an assessment of the effectiveness of the Francophone approach to world problems, and as an evaluation of France's own role in Europe and Africa.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates the multifaceted concept of 'Francophonie' in the 1990s and its future prospects. The author, D. E. Ager, aims to provide English-speaking readers with current information and perspectives on Francophonie, examining its role as a global movement and a set of shared values. The book assesses the effectiveness of the Francophone approach to international issues and evaluates France's influence in Europe and Africa. It is designed as a reference for students and interested individuals concerned with language, international relations, cultural identity, and global challenges.
THE SCOPE MAP
- Definition and development of the French language globally.
- Analysis of the international movement of nearly fifty French-speaking countries and regions.
- Comparison and contrast with the Commonwealth.
- Exploration of shared cultural and political values among member nations.
- Assessment of the Francophone approach to addressing world problems.
- Evaluation of France's role in European and African contexts.
- Relevance for students of international relations, sociolinguistics, politics, and economics.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
This book is positioned as an invaluable reference for students and individuals interested in the complexities of Francophonie during the 1990s. The author's stated intention is to make up-to-date information accessible to an English-speaking audience, suggesting a focus on clarity and comprehensive coverage. The work aims to assess the movement's future viability and its effectiveness in addressing global issues. Its interdisciplinary approach promises to engage readers from various academic backgrounds concerned with language, culture, and international affairs.
Page Count:
215
Publication Date:
1996-01-01
ISBN-10:
1853593249
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