The Story of English

Details the history of the English language and provides a unique focus on current English usage worldwide with a special emphasis on American English.

Other Authors: McCrum, Robert., MacNeil, Robert, 1931-, British Broadcasting Corporation. Television Service., MacNeil/Lehrer Productions., WNET (Television station : New York, N.Y.), Public Media Video (Firm)
Format: VHS
Language: English
Published: [Chicago?] : Public Media Video, [1986]
Physical Description: 5 videocassettes (520 min.) : sound, color ; 1/2 in.
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