Language and the law : linguistic inequality in America / Douglas A. Kibbee, Monographie imprimée
Language: anglais.Publication : Cambridge, United Kingdom : Cambridge University Press, 2016, cop. 2016Description: 1 volume (XI-231 pages) ; 23 cmISBN: 978-1-10-702531-8; 1-10-702531-1; 978-1-10-762311-8; 1-10-762311-1.Dewey: 342.7308/7, 23Abstract: "All men are created equal" is the first "self-evident truth" of the Declaration of Independence. However clearly they are equal only in their fundamental humanity, not in their physical attributes or mental talents. These natural differences create distinctions both rational and irrational. The law is called upon to regulate these distinctions, to ensure rationality while preserving liberty through the institutions of a democratic state . Is distinction based on language natural and rational, or arbitrary and irrational? In the following pages we will examine the determination of legal and illegal distinctions, in national and international frameworks"--.Bibliography: Bibliographie pages 200-217. Index.Subject - Topical Name: Minorités linguistiques -- Statut juridique États-Unis Subject - Geographical Name: États-Unis Langues, Droit| Item type | Home library | Collection | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds |
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| Prêt normal | BU Chevreul 4ème étage : Langues | LEA | 428.34 KIB (Browse shelf (Opens below)) | Available | 0379992870 |
Bibliographie pages 200-217. Index
"All men are created equal" is the first "self-evident truth" of the Declaration of Independence. However clearly they are equal only in their fundamental humanity, not in their physical attributes or mental talents. These natural differences create distinctions both rational and irrational. The law is called upon to regulate these distinctions, to ensure rationality while preserving liberty through the institutions of a democratic state . Is distinction based on language natural and rational, or arbitrary and irrational? In the following pages we will examine the determination of legal and illegal distinctions, in national and international frameworks"--
P. 1 Equality, liberty, and fairness in America P. 33 Language and democracy P. 53 Language in the legal system P. 83 Language and education P. 146 Government, public services and the English-only movement P. 164 Language in the workplace P. 164 Conclusions
