Spaces of Multilingualism

<p>This innovative collection explores critical issues in understanding multilingualism as a defining dimension of identity creation and negotiation in contemporary social life. </p><p>Reinforcing interdisciplinary conversations on these themes each chapter is co-authored by two different researchers often those who have not written together before. The combined effect is a volume showcasing unique and dynamic perspectives on such topics as rethinking of language policy testing of language rights language pedagogy meaning-making and activism in the linguistic landscape. The book explores multilingualism through the lenses of spaces and policies as embodied in Elizabeth Lanza’s body of work in the field with a focus on the latest research on linguistic landscapes in diverse settings. Taken together the book offers a window into better understanding issues around processes of change in and of languages and societies.</p><p>This ground breaking volume will be of particular interest to students and scholars in multilingualism applied linguistics and sociolinguistics.</p>