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History of the English language

Boroondara Library Service

Event Date: 4 July 2019

Follow the evolution of the English language from the earliest known roots to the massively influential King James Bible.

From Indo-Europeans to the Romans, Vikings to the Normans and beyond, the English language has absorbed it all and survived throughout the ages.

Hear about the fascinating journey of the language we speak.

Part of the Boroondara Literary Festival.

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