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Episode 18: Keeping Time With The Romans

Episode 18: Keeping Time With The Romans

FromThe History of English Podcast


Episode 18: Keeping Time With The Romans

FromThe History of English Podcast

ratings:
Length:
53 minutes
Released:
Aug 5, 2013
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

We explore the origin of modern English words related to time. A direct connection is made to the calendar reforms of Julius Caesar. The etymology of English words related to time illustrate the combined influences of the Germanic languages and … Continue reading →
Released:
Aug 5, 2013
Format:
Podcast episode

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The Spoken History of a Global Language