Department began as rhetoric program in 1843-44, connected to Greek and Latin studies. First mention of English literature appeared in 1852-53 catalogue. Andrew White brought renewed importance to English studies in 1858-59
England is part of the UK, which includes Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, and England. English is spoken by 98% of the UK population, with multiple regional dialects. The country is becoming increasingly multicultural and diverse
Professor Higgins teaches Eliza Doolittle proper speech to win a bet. Eliza's father challenges Higgins, who accepts the challenge. Eliza impresses at Mrs Higgins's party but uses vulgar language. Freddy Eynsford-Hill falls in love with Eliza. Higgins wins the bet but loses interest in Eliza
Alfred became King of Wessex in 871 after his brothers' deaths. He was sent to Rome at age four and studied under Charles the Bald. Alfred married Ealhswith of Mercia in 867
British society traditionally divided into hereditary occupational and social classes. Industrial Revolution transformed class system, emphasizing education over birth. British nobility integrated with commercial wealth more comfortably than Europe
Born between 1415-1424 in Kent, possibly Hadlow or Tenterden. Apprenticed to London silk merchant Robert Large in 1438. Settled in Bruges by 1450, became governor of Merchant Adventurers