«The Story of English» is the extraordinary tale of the origins and development of the English language.

Two thousand years ago English was confined to a handful of savage tribes on the shores of north-west Europe. Today, in one form or another. It is spoken by a billion people around the world. More widely scattered, written and spoken than any other language in history, English has become a global phenomenon.

Exploring its amazing success, «The Story of English» is an essential companion for student and general reader alike.