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Exploring the origins and evolution of the French language, this book traces its history from the earliest written documents in the mid-ninth century to the efforts to eliminate Latin from French courts. It highlights the dedication of French speakers to maintain the language's purity and its significance as a leading medium in literature, science, and diplomacy, reflecting cultural and historical shifts over time.
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The Story of French, Julie Barlow, Jean-Benoit Nadeau
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- Released
- 2008
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- Title
- The Story of French
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Julie Barlow, Jean-Benoit Nadeau
- Publisher
- St. Martins Press-3PL
- Released
- 2008
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 498
- ISBN13
- 9780312341848
- Category
- World history
- Description
- Exploring the origins and evolution of the French language, this book traces its history from the earliest written documents in the mid-ninth century to the efforts to eliminate Latin from French courts. It highlights the dedication of French speakers to maintain the language's purity and its significance as a leading medium in literature, science, and diplomacy, reflecting cultural and historical shifts over time.