This is a thoroughly entertaining glimpse into the origins and
development of our native language with enough English trivia thrown in to
satisfy even the language experts among us. In his unique style of
story-telling, Professor Elliot Engel reveals why our language developed
in such a fascinating way from the Celts, to the Anglo-Saxons, to the invading
French. The origins of some of our common words and phrases that we use daily
are sure to surprise you.
A Light History of the English Language is a great
introductory essay on English literature, the origins of the English language,
and especially Professor Engel’s Writing Wonders Series.
“The crown jewel of the entire lecture
series.” Wisconsin Bookwatch
Running Time: 37 minutes
NTSC Color: Copyright MCMIXVII
V11 A Light History of
the English Language
ISBN 978-1-890123-10-9
DVD11 A Light History of the English Language
ISBN 978-1-890123-57-4
