Language

July 2, 2021

Exploring language, style, and humour in the Acadian folksong

There are two main French speaking groups in Canada: the Québécois and the lesser-known Acadians, who have a fascinating but tragic history in Canada. After failing […]
June 30, 2021

Yesterday: The future is in the past

Two weeks ago, I attempted to tie etymology to the most pressing problem of our time (see the post for 3 March 2021 on imps and vaccination). Now […]
July 2, 2020

Write it up! micro-fiction writing competition announcement

We would like to announce that the finalists of the Write it up! micro-fiction writing competition have been selected. An online meeting, which the finalists have […]