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Words on the Move

Narrated by John McWhorter

Released
September 6, 2016
Length
7 hrs 2 mins
Format
Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher
Audible Studios
In Words on the Move, best-selling linguist John McWhorter invites listeners on an engaging journey through the evolution of the English language, emphasizing that language change is both natural and beneficial. He explores contemporary shifts—such as new usages of common words and expressions—while providing humorous insights and fascinating historical backstories. By illustrating that English is constantly adapting, McWhorter encourages us to embrace these transformations rather than resist them, ultimately revealing the richness and resilience of language in our everyday lives.

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