Amsterdam by night (v.m.)

The passage discusses the history and evolution of the English language from its origins as Old English to Middle English following the Norman conquest of 1066 introducing French influences, and the continued development into Modern English. Key events that shaped the language included the arrival of French-speaking Normans in the 11th century and the introduction of the printing press in the 15th century which helped standardize spelling and grammar across dialects.Lire moins