Spanish-Speaking World

Part One

Clare Mar-Molinero discusses the position of Spanish as a world language, giving an historical account of its development and dominance.

Part Two

Examines social and regional variation in Spanish, and investigates dialects, language attitudes, and style and register, particulaly in the media. The author also questions the relationship between gender and language.

Part Three

Focuses on current issues, particularly those arising from language policies and legislation, especially in the education system, in Spain, Latin America and the USA.