AL'S-Log

The development of any language comes from evolution. Even still, the languages we speak are evolving in ways we may not even notice. This is particularly apparent with the rise of technology, internet and so on . Today we’ll take a look at some of the great writers who have influenced the English language in the past. 1.William Shakespeare (1564-1616) In the English language, no one outside the Bible is quoted more than William Shakespeare. The popularity of his plays helped contribute to the standardisation of the English language, including grammar and popular sayings. Shakespeare introduced 1,700 original words and phrases into the language many of which we still use, even slang today like "swag" (used in Othello). Shakespeare had a profound impact on poetry and literature that has lasted centuries. He perfected blank verse, which became a standard in poetry. He played with the English language, injecting freedom into linguistics. Many of the words Shakespeare created are