The Vitality of English in A Short History

After reading A 10-Minute History of English, I gained a profound and clear understanding of how English developed from an obscure Germanic dialect into a global language. This book concisely traces its evolutionary journey—it reveals that the vitality of English lies in its openness: the courage to borrow foreign words and adapt to different cultures. This evolutionary journey not only reflects the changes of the language but also mirrors the tides of history. Though short in length, the book deepens my understanding of the uniqueness of English and makes me cherish this language, which serves as a bridge connecting diverse civilizations, even more.