An impressive collection of theoretical perspectives and empirical data which includes papers on Catalan, Galician, Tagalog, and the minority languages of Kenya. Most of the contributions deal with ethnic minorities in North America: language maintenance and shift and cultural aspects of various language minorities' as well as Judeo-English and Yiddish spoken by children of Jewish immigrants.

The purpose of this publication is to provide policy makers and market experts with an overview of government policies and industry measures concerning global and national markets for oilcrops and derived products. By helping public sector organizations and other stakeholders to monitor and analyze the impact of specific commodity policies on trade, food security and national agri-food systems, countries will be in a position to make informed, evidence-based policy decisions and to take advantage of global, regional and domestic trade and market opportunities. The 2017 compendium offers an overview of salient government policies and related private sector measures concerning global and national markets for oilcrops and derived products. Its purpose is to facilitate the work of policy makers, market experts, analysts and other interested stakeholders by providing a short, concise overview of policy developments relevant to the sector. Detailed news items are presented in tabular form (in English only), preceded by a brief discussion of the key policy trends observed in the year under review. Blurb For OCCP only​

This practical travel guide to the Philippines features detailed factual travel tips and points-of-interest structured lists of all iconic must-see sights as well as some off-the-beaten-track treasures. Our itinerary suggestions and expert author picks of things to see and do will make it a perfect companion both, ahead of your trip and on the ground. This Philippines guide book is packed full of details on how to get there and around, pre-departure information and top time-saving tips, including a visual list of things not to miss. Our colour-coded maps make the Philippines easier to navigate while you’re there. This guide book to the Philippines has been fully updated post-COVID-19. The Rough Guide to THE PHILIPPINES covers: Manila; Northern Luzon; Southern Luzon; Mindoro; Boracay and the Western Visayas; Cebu and the Eastern Visayas; Palawan; Mindanao. Inside this Philippines travel guide you’ll find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to the Philippines, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Batanes to family activities in child-friendly places, like Tagaytay or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Manila. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS Essential pre-departure information including Philippines entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more. TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES Includes carefully planned routes covering the best of the Philippines, which give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip. DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter of this Philippines travel guide includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options. INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for hiking, diving, food, surfing or learning about history. HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS Rough Guides' rundown of Cebu, the Eastern Visayas, Palawan and Mindanao’s best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip to the Philippines, even in a short time. HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS Written by Rough Guides’ expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, this Philippines guide book will help you find the best places, matching different needs. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter of this travel guide to the Philippines features fascinating insights into the Philippines, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary. FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Panglao Island and the spectacular Negros. COLOUR-CODED MAPPING Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Subic Bay, Donsol and many more locations in the Philippines, reduce the need to go online. USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time.

Authorative and comprehensive, this book makes clear that there are links between global scale processes and local experiences of disaster, but underlies the difficulty of attributing blame for individual disasters on specific global pressures.