Abstract
English is a language spoken by two billion people, perhaps even more. This classic PBS program examines the prevalence of English in the world today and presents a historical overview of its rise. Focusing on the expansion of the British Empire and the emergence of English-language mass media, the program explains how widespread English usage survived Britain’s post-WWII decolonization, particularly in India and Africa. It also examines the impact of American—and especially Californian—English, which has arguably become standard. Interviews with William Safire and Gloria Steinem provide insight into Americanization and the linguistic influence of feminism.
Collection
Subject
Series
The Story of English
Contributors
Dale, Peter (director), MacNeil, Robert (writer), Cran, William (producer), MacNeil, Robert (host), Spurway, Richard (editor), Oliver, Stephen (composer), McCrum, Robert (writer), MacNeil/Lehrer Productions (producer), WNET (Television station : New York, N.Y.) (producer), British Broadcasting Corporation (producer)
Duration
00:58:18 (HH:MM:SS)
Language:
English
Target or Intended Audience
adult/continuing education, higher education, high school (grades 10-12), college
Copyright Holder
| Name | Films Media Group (Firm) |
| Role | publisher |
| Telephone | 800-257-5126 |
| Address | 200 Metro Blvd., Suite 124, Hamilton, NJ 08619 |
| [email protected] |
Copyright Date
1986-01-01
Rights Declaration:
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