Is The Story of English coming back?
The Story of English (1986–1986) — history on BBC Two
The answer: Concluded November 24, 1986.
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1season
9episodes
About The Story of English
A PBS documentary detailing the development of the English language. Initially arising as a mix of Gaelic, Norse and Saxon, the language gradually developed its own distinctive characteristics. As time passed and native speakers began to spread throughout the world, different regions began to form their own dialects.
The Story of English episode schedule
9 aired
Aired · 9
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| November 24, 1986 | S1·E9 | Next Year's Words |
| November 17, 1986 | S1·E8 | The Loaded Weapon |
| November 10, 1986 | S1·E7 | The Muvver Tongue |
| October 27, 1986 | S1·E6 | Pioneers, O Pioneers! |
| October 20, 1986 | S1·E5 | Black on White |
| October 13, 1986 | S1·E4 | The Guid Scots Tongue |
| October 6, 1986 | S1·E3 | A Muse of Fire |
| September 29, 1986 | S1·E2 | The Mother Tongue |
| September 22, 1986 | S1·E1 | An English Speaking World |