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Presents a theoretical model for language's particular position and relevance in human rights, and offers the provisions of some 100 international, multilateral, and bilateral instruments involving language rights, as well as constitutional provisions dealing with language from 140 countries. Addresses areas such as the language rights of indigenous peoples, nationalism and language, linguistic minorities, freedom of expression, and nondiscrimination, with a historical overview of language and law. Includes an index of cases and an index of treaties and international instruments. For students, scholars, and professionals in law. Distributed by Kluwer. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.