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The adventure of EnglishThe adventure of English

The adventure of English

David Thomas, Nigel Wattis, Robert Bee, Melvyn Bragg

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Melvyn Bragg and other experts explore the 1,500-year history of the English language and answer questions such as: How did it grow from a relatively insignificant Germanic dialect to become the premier language of culture, commerce, and diplomacy around the globe? Includes guide for group discussions, avenues for further learning, biographies, web extras, and much more.

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OL Work ID
OL19702195W

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English languageHistory

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