The History of the English Language, 2nd Edition
Narrated by Seth Lerer
The Great Courses: Linguistics
- Released
- July 8, 2013
- Length
- 18 hrs 27 mins
- Format
- Lecture
- Publisher
- The Great Courses
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the English language, covering its literary, historical, cultural, political, and scientific aspects. Through detailed lectures, Professor Lerer traces its evolution from a Germanic dialect to modern American speech, illustrating key concepts with diverse examples and authentic language styles. Accompanying reference materials are included to enrich the learning experience.
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