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The Story of English

A nine-part PBS series, "The Story of English", offers a comprehensive exploration of the English language, combining scholarship and storytelling, now available on digitally re-mastered DVD.

The PBS series "The Story of English" explores the history, geography, sociology, and politics of the English language, weaving a rich narrative of scholarship and storytelling.

Episodes:

Episode 2 The Mother Tongue

2. The Mother Tongue

Aired: Sep 29, 1986

The next episode delves into the evolution of the British Isles' language, tr...

Episode 3 A Muse Of Fire

3. A Muse Of Fire

Aired: Oct 6, 1986

The next episode delves into the lasting impact of Shakespeare's English and ...

Episode 4 The Guid Scots Tongue

4. The Guid Scots Tongue

Aired: Oct 13, 1986

The next episode delves into the captivating history of the Gaelic language, ...

Episode 6 Black on White

6. Black on White

Aired: Oct 27, 1986

The next episode delves into the history of Black English, tracing its roots ...

Episode 7 The Muvver Tongue

7. The Muvver Tongue

Aired: Nov 10, 1986

The next episode delves into the fascinating tale of Cockney English, reveali...

Episode 8 The Loaded Weapon

8. The Loaded Weapon

Aired: Nov 17, 1986

The next episode delves into the complex relationships between Ireland and Gr...

Episode 9 Next Year's Words

9. Next Year's Words

Aired: Nov 24, 1986

The future of the English language is examined in the next episode, featuring...

Info about The Story of English

Current Status: Ended

Network: PBS

Genres:Documentary