
Stuff You Missed in History Class The Great Vowel Shift, or A Brief History of English
Feb 29, 2016
Explore the history of the English language with a focus on the Great Vowel Shift. Topics covered include the influence of Scandinavian invasions, the transition from Old to Middle English, the impact of Viking raids, and the shift to Early Modern English. Learn about the evolution of the language and the inconsistencies in spellings and pronunciations.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
The History of English Before the Anglo-Saxons
04:34 • 6min
The Influence of Scandinavian Invasions on the English Language
10:25 • 2min
The Transition from Old to Middle English: Influences and Language Shifts
12:26 • 3min
The Influence of Scandinavian Origins and Middle English
15:35 • 4min
Shift to Early Modern English
19:07 • 15min
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33:41 • 2min
