American English

   One of my passions is reading old books, not just any book, but specifically books on American English. A while back, I discovered a copy of The American Language: An Inquiry into the Development of English in the United...

Americans have always been defined by their jobs. The so-called Protestant Work Ethic has led us to prioritize our work above all else. Most important to many was and still is the tile we apply to ourselves in the workplace....

While researching this series, I had to compile a timeline to help me remember the differences between life in England and the early years of colonialism in America. I have included immigration, public schools, wars and battles, the publication of...

We will be celebrating the 250th birthday of the United States this year. To reflect on our 250 years of independence, we must examine who we are and where we have come from. Language is one lens to do so....