“More and more rules were added until people tried to standardise spelling in the eighteenth century - by which time the language was already an unruly adolescent of 1300 years, throwing letters all over the place.” — Ben Crystal Copy Share Image
“The daily mantra of these single-minded individuals – that ‘the sea is there to be swum in, and must be conquered’ – is one… — Ben Crystal Copy Share Image
“Britain's relationship with America might be described as 'special', but only if by 'special' we mean 'frequently dysfunctional'.” — Ben Crystal Copy Share Image
“More and more rules were added until people tried to standardise spelling in the eighteenth century - by which time the language was already… — Ben Crystal Copy Share Image
