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Mother Tongue
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Discover the hilarious and surprising history of the English language in Bill Bryson’s “Mother Tongue.” From its humble beginnings to global dominance, explore the quirks, complexities, and sheer absurdity of English. With Bryson’s witty insights, this book is a must-read for language lovers and anyone who’s ever struggled with spelling. ISBN: 9780141040080
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Satyaman Shukla –
Bryson’s humor is infectious, and his insights are fascinating. A highly recommended read for language lovers.
Bhumika Chauhan –
Bryson’s wit and charm make this book a must-read. I couldn’t put it down, and I learned so much!
Ram Sharma –
A fun and easy read, but not particularly profound. Good for casual readers, but not for serious linguists.
Bhavesh Kumar –
While the writing is great, I found the book a bit meandering. It jumped around a lot, which was distracting.
Shreyas Sidramappa Dulange –
I found it interesting and funny, but it dragged on a bit. A few chapters could have been shorter.
Kovid Soni –
I enjoyed the book, but I wish it had gone into more depth on certain topics. Still, a great introduction to language history.
Aniket Mulmule –
Bryson at his best! Witty, insightful, and utterly captivating. A delightful journey through the English language.
Harsh Lata –
A good overview of English, but I found some chapters more engaging than others. It can be a dense for casual readers.
Pratyksha Mishra –
A mixed bag. Some chapters were fascinating, while others were a bit boring. Worth reading, but with reservations.
Ankit Singh Gurjar –
I appreciated the humor, but it felt like Bryson was trying too hard at times. It can be too humourous for some.
Gaurav . . –
Bryson’s wit shines, but the sheer volume of information can be overwhelming at times. Still, a fun read for language nerds. The book can be very lengthy.
Charu –
Informative, but Bryson’s style can be a bit too flippant at times. Still worth reading for language enthusiasts.
Maniratnam –
I wanted to love this book, but I found it a bit dry in places. Bryson’s humor didn’t always land for me.
Shreyas Reddy Adireddy –
Absolutely hilarious! Bryson makes learning about language history entertaining. I couldn’t put it down! I would definately re-read it sometime.
Akarsh Singh –
This book is perfect, humorous, informational and educational. I have never looked at language the same way.
Prerna Monica Tete –
Entertaining and informative. However, some of the jokes felt a little dated. Good overall, but not perfect.
Abhidev Pandey –
A fun and accessible look at the English language. However, be prepared for some digressions that may feel irrelevant.
Aditi Singh –
Entertaining, but a bit superficial. I wish Bryson had delved deeper into the subject matter. It was good overall.
Aman –
A fun and engaging read. However, it could have been more organized. Still, a great introduction to language.
Shalini Dutta –
Bryson’s humor makes this book a joy to read. I learned so much about the origins of words and phrases.
Rituparna Dey –
An absolute delight! Bryson’s writing is witty and engaging. I learned so much about the history of the English language.
Anonymous –
Bryson’s humor is spot-on, and I learned so much. A must-read for anyone interested in linguistics, history, and etymology.