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“Really, it is unfair to say that English spelling is not an accurate rendering of speech. It is – it's only that it renders the speech of the 16th century.”

Quote by Guy Deutscher

Book:The Unfolding of Language: An Evolutionary Tour of Mankind's Greatest Invention

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The Unfolding of Language: An Evolutionary Tour of Mankind's Greatest Invention

This book delves into the origins and evolution of human language, examining how it has shaped human culture and society throughout history. more

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Guy Deutscher is a renowned linguist born in the United Kingdom in 1969. His research focuses on the history, structure, and development of language, particularly on the issues of language change and the origins of language. Deutscher's books, 'The Unfolding of Language' and 'Through the Language Glass', have received widespread acclaim and have made significant contributions to the popularization of linguistics. more

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