The History of English Podcast Episode 94: From British Legend to English King
May 24, 2017
This podcast explores Layamon's version of the King Arthur legend in English. It discusses the rise of Constantine, the development of the -ing ending in English, the origin of the Round Table, the origins of the word 'admiral' and its Arabic connection, the evolution of the word 'left' in English, and Arthur's farewell and the promise of his return.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Rise of Constantine and the Betrayal of Vordiger
02:54 • 26min
The Development of the -ing Ending in English
28:59 • 8min
The Origin of the Round Table in Arthurian Legend
36:59 • 11min
The Origins of the Word 'Admiral' and Its Arabic Connection
48:22 • 5min
The Evolution of the Word 'Left' in English
53:05 • 3min
Arthur's Farewell and the Promise of Return
55:48 • 9min
