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Language Families of the World

2020
Videos and DVDs
Professor John McWhorter of Columbia University explores the linguistic trails left by generations of humans that lead back to the beginnings of language. Utilizing historical theories and cutting-edge research, these 34 episodes will introduce you to major language families and their offspring, including languages that are no longer spoken but provide vital links to the past.
Author:
McWhorter, John, film directorThe Great Courses (Firm), distributorKanopy (Firm), distributor
Imprint:
The Great Courses, 2019.[San Francisco, California, USA] : Kanopy Streaming, 2020.
Collation:
1 online resource (streaming video file) (957 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
Notes:
Title from title frames.FilmIn Process Record.Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2019.In English
System details:
Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Language:
English
BRN:
392316
LocationCollectionCall numberStatus/Desc
WebEmoviesSTREAMINGIn-process (Set: 29 Jan 2021)Access resource
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