The History of English Podcast

Episode 83: A Trilingual Nation

Sep 5, 2016
In this episode, the podcast explores the linguistic situation in 12th century England under Henry II, where the languages of English, French, and Latin were all in use. It discusses the impact of French literature and how it contributed to the rise of the Robin Hood legend. It also delves into the challenges of communication in this multilingual society.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
Restoration and Reforms: Henry II's Reign
02:32 • 3min
3
Revival of the Ex-Jucker and the Appointment of Thomas Beckett as Chancellor
06:02 • 2min
4
The Emergence of French in Legal Documents and Literature
08:05 • 14min
5
The Influence of French Literature and the Emergence of Robin Hood
22:09 • 3min
6
The Linguistic Landscape of Medieval England
24:54 • 25min
7
Appointments, Tax Collection, and Linguistic Distinctions
49:31 • 3min