I would like to see the PBS series The Story of English again. I enjoyed hearing Robert MacNeil describe his personal reaction to changes in the language both before he knew the history of English and afterward. It's strange that people know the language changes but often believe change is wrong.
Paul, wasn't that an enlightening series!! Fabulous! I do so wish MacNeil were still part of the MacNeil/Lehrer News Hour. I miss his dulcet tones and understated presentation, not to mention his keen insight; a rarity on the news these days. Now that was a news program that offered some welcomed, balanced perspective. Anyway, I have the book and the video of the series. If I can dig them up, I'd be happy to send them to you. Maybe a break from the diatribe and a little erudition is in order!! Next week's lesson "The History of the World." Test to follow!