Pomona; or, the future of English

"Pomona; or, the future of English" by Basil De Selincourt, is a thought-provoking exploration that contemplates where the English language is headed. Penned in the late 1920s, the book looks at how language evolves culturally and within society, and explores if it can stay relevant in a world that's changing faster than ever. The author considers different future paths for English, thinking about how it might withstand huge social and technological shifts. He checks out history, literature, and culture to see what affects language, and also thinks about what makes English special and able to grow. Big ideas in the book involve how language and thought affect each other, the struggle between old traditions and new ways, and how important it is to keep what makes a language special, even as the world gets more connected. Through this, the author illustrates a detailed understanding of how English is always changing, highlighting how it can adapt and how speakers guide the language.