American writer Ross Perlin has been awarded the British Academy Book Prize for Global Cultural Understanding for his non-fiction work ‘Language City: The Fight to Preserve Endangered Mother Tongues’. The book explores the history of language migration in New York City and highlights the importance of preserving endangered languages around the world.
Europe’s rich tapestry of cultures is beautifully reflected in its linguistic diversity. European Day of Languages, celebrated annually on September 26th, highlights the importance of preserving this vibrant heritage. This year marks the 23rd anniversary of the day, and the Council of Europe has organized initiatives to celebrate the diversity of European languages and encourage communication across cultures.
