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Episode 68 (English Through the Ages)

In a Manner of Speaking

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Evolution of Language and Accents in Writing

This chapter explores the historical attempts of authors to capture accents in writing, from the 19th century to the present day. It discusses the criticism faced by authors who tried to write down local accents in the language of their characters, as well as the evolution of pronunciation and spelling throughout history.

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