Tracing the ancient roots of the global English language
In short: English is often viewed as a single, unified language, but its history is far more complex. This video explores how various global dialects connect to the historical writings of Chaucer.
Claire Bowern traces the evolution of English from its ancient origins to the present day. The lesson examines how the language has transformed through generations of speakers and investigates the common threads that link modern international dialects to historical English literature.
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