David Graddol. The Future of English? A Guide to Forecasting the Popularity of the English Language in the 21st Century. London: British Council, 1997. 64 pp. £17.75 (pb, A4).

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Published online: 5 November 1999

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David Graddol. The Future of English? A Guide to Forecasting the Popularity of the English Language in the 21st Century. London: British Council, 1997. 64 pp. £17.75 (pb, A4).

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David Graddol. The Future of English? A Guide to Forecasting the Popularity of the English Language in the 21st Century. London: British Council, 1997. 64 pp. £17.75 (pb, A4).