Language Imperialism Quotes

“Most American and European scholars believe that the Chinese speak their languages, only that they "talk" in Chinese.”
― Thorsten J. Pattberg

“Most Western journalists in China prefer a Chinese-free international language, and thus bend over backwards to replace important Chinese terms with Western vocabularies.”
― Thorsten J. Pattberg

“Science Magazine wouldn't in a dream think about publishing a single Chinese term. Chinese words and brands must be suppressed, crushed even, hold back at all costs.”
― Thorsten J. Pattberg

“Only if a Chinaman presents proof of affiliation with the West, has Western patrons vouch for him, and writes in 'pure' English, may he present his 'submission' to Western publishers.”
― Thorsten J. Pattberg