Episode 47: The Man Who Saved English
The History of English Podcast
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The Strategic Construction of Burrs
This chapter explores the major reforms initiated by a historical figure centered around the creation of fortified towns called burrs. It delves into the careful selection of burr locations to prevent Viking invasions, the development of trade and commerce within these burrs, and the etymology of the word 'burr' and its variations.
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