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Proto How One Ancient Language Went Global

Laura Spinney

Named a Best Book of 2025 by the Daughter. Duhitár-. Dustr. Dukte. Listen to these English, Sanskrit, Armenian and Lithuanian words, all meaning the same thing, and you hear echoes of one of history's most unlikely journeys. All four languages-along with hundreds of others, from French and Gaelic,...

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The Ezra Klein Show

Matt Iglesias recommended the book during the episode, noting that it explained how the ancient Proto‑Indo‑European language spread worldwide. He highlighted that the title provided a clear narrative of the language's rise and its historical impact. The discussion conveyed strong endorsement of the book.

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Matt Iglesias recommended it, noting it explained the rise of the ProtoIndoEuropean language.

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Laura Spinney's book, Proto, How One Ancient Language Went Global, about the rise of the ProtoIndoEuropean language.

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