Description
LINGUISTIC LAW
Book Summary
A reference work for understanding the legal framework that regulates the use of languages, with special attention to Catalan. Written by a team of university professors, this book offers a comprehensive vision that combines theoretical foundations with an analysis of current regulations and the most recent jurisprudence. The reader will find an indispensable study and reference tool for navigating the complexities of linguistic law in Spain and, particularly, in Catalonia.
What is it about?
The book is structured into two main sections. The first, general in nature, lays the foundations of linguistic law. It addresses comparative law, the international and European legal-linguistic regime, and the fundamental concepts applicable in Spain and Catalonia, offering a general perspective on linguistic rights and duties.
The second part focuses on specific areas of regulation in Catalonia. It analyzes in detail the application of linguistic legislation in public administrations, the educational system, the civil service, toponymy and anthroponomy, the socioeconomic and information space, and the legal projection of the Catalan language beyond its borders.
Main Topics
- Theoretical foundations and principles of linguistic law.
- Legal-linguistic regime at the international, European, and Spanish levels.
- Detailed analysis of linguistic legislation in Catalonia.
- Practical application of linguistic law in administration, education, and the socioeconomic sphere.
- Study of the most relevant jurisprudence in linguistic matters.
Who is it recommended for?
University students of Law, Political Science, Sociology, and Philology. It is also an essential reference work for legal professionals, public officials, teachers, and researchers interested in the legal treatment of language in Spain and, especially, in Catalonia.
What this book provides
- A solid and updated theoretical basis on the key concepts of linguistic law.
- A practical analysis of the most recent regulations and jurisprudence, facilitating its real-world application.
- A structured and complete vision that ranges from general principles to specific cases of regulation in Catalonia.
- A rigorous reference tool for understanding linguistic rights and duties in a multilingual context.
Technical Specifications
- Author: JAUME VERNET EVA PONS AGUSTI POU
- Publisher: Eumo Editorial SAU
- Language: cat
- Subject: LINGUISTICS, SPECIAL JURISDICTION LAWS
- Collection: EINA
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: May 2003
- Number of pages: 304
- Weight: 752 g
Editorial Review
This is a highly reliable academic work, prepared by a team of specialists with a long history of teaching and research. Its main value lies in the combination of a rigorous theoretical approach with a detailed analysis of regulations and jurisprudence, making it a useful resource for both university training and professional practice. It is recommended reading for anyone seeking a deep and systematic understanding of linguistic law in Catalonia, at a time when these issues remain fully relevant.