The Secret Life Of Words: English Words And The... Now

: Examination of how social shifts in politics, sports, and gender have shaped the lexicon.

: A series of lectures (available on Audible and The Great Courses ) covering the life of words from "birth to death". The Secret Life of Words: English Words and The...

: Analysis of contemporary slang, internet-speak, and the impact of technology on communication (e.g., "bling," "email," and "struggle bus"). : Examination of how social shifts in politics,

The primary feature of is its focus on etymology and linguistic evolution . Led by Professor Anne Curzan, this course explores how English has transformed from its Germanic roots into a global language by "digging like an archaeologist" into the history of everyday and specialized terms. Key elements of the course include: The Secret Life of Words: English Words and The...