Bibliograph

Myths, lies, and half-truths of language usage, producer, Laura Walz ; director, Jonathan D. Leven, Jim M. Allen

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Myths, lies, and half-truths of language usage, producer, Laura Walz ; director, Jonathan D. Leven, Jim M. Allen

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references

Characteristic

videorecording

Main title

Myths, lies, and half-truths of language usage

Medium

DVD

Oclc number

784207729

Responsibility statement

producer, Laura Walz ; director, Jonathan D. Leven, Jim M. Allen

Runtime

720

Series statement

The great courses, literature & language, linguistics

Summary

Taught by acclaimed linguist, author, and Professor John McWhorter of Columbia University, Myths, Lies, and Half-Truths of Language Usage dispels the cloud of confusion that clings to English, giving you a crystal-clear view of why we use it the way we do and where it fits into the diverse languages of the world. After completing these 24 lectures, you will think about how you use English in a new way, listen to others with discernment and fascination, and take joy in speaking such a wonderfully idiosyncratic tongue. DVD format

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live action

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