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The Story of English

A PBS documentary detailing the development of the English language. Initially arising as a mix of Gaelic, Norse and Saxon, the language gradually developed its own distinctive characteristics. As time passed and native speakers began to spread throughout the world, different regions began to form their own dialects. 

Show Info

Network: United Kingdom BBC Two (1986 - 1986)
Default Runtime: 60 minutes
Status: Ended
Show Type: Documentary
Genres: History
Episodes ordered: 9 episodes

Official site: www.bbc.co.uk

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Previous Episodes

Episode NameAirdateTrailer
1x09: Next Year's WordsNov 24, 1986
1x08: The Loaded WeaponNov 17, 1986
1x07: The Muvver TongueNov 10, 1986
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