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The Adventure of English

Season 1 Episode 7: The Language of Empire

The cross-cultural exchange between the British Empire and its colonies in Asia and Africa significantly shapes the development of the English language.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 Birth of a Language

1. Birth of a Language

Aired: Nov 5, 2003

The next episode delves into the fascinating transformation of the English la...

Episode 5 English in America

5. English in America

Aired: Nov 19, 2003

The English language spreads to the New World, pushing aside indigenous langu...

Episode 6 Speaking Proper

6. Speaking Proper

Aired: Nov 19, 2003

A century of linguistic revolution unfolds as rationality and governance clas...

Info about The Adventure of English

Current Status: Ended

Network: ITV1

Genres:Documentary