The English Language

The English Language – by C.L. Wrenn is a scholarly yet accessible book that provides a comprehensive study of the English language, including its history and structure. The English Language is praised for its historical approach, arguing that the language should be studied in its historical context for a more intelligent modern use. The author, C.L. Wrenn, who was a Professor of Anglo-Saxon at Oxford, writes for both the intelligent general reader and the linguist.