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The UNESCO Courier: Languages matter (2008 - n°1)

More than half of the 7000 languages spoken in the world are in danger of disappearing. Yet, they are an essential part of people's identity.

Title The UNESCO Courier: Languages matter (2008 - n°1)
Short Description More than half of the 7000 languages spoken in the world are in danger of disappearing. Yet, they are an essential part of people's identity.
Long Description The United Nations has proclaimed 2008 the International Year of Languages. To find out more, read the February issue of the UNESCO Courier.
Publication Date 2008-01-06 10:50 am
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