Linguistic Authority, Language Ideology, and Metaphor

Set against the backdrop of post-communist Czech Republic, this book explores the unexpected public uproar surrounding an orthographic commission's moderate spelling reforms. It delves into the cultural and political implications of language, revealing how a seemingly simple issue of spelling ignited a national debate and reflected deeper societal tensions. Through this lens, the narrative examines the intersection of language, identity, and the challenges of modernization in a transforming society.