The Art of Inventing Languages

How does one go about inventing a language? David J. Peterson, who made up the Dothraki and Valyrian languages for fantasy series Game of Thrones, joins Michael to discuss.

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How does one go about inventing a language?

David J. Peterson is the creator of the Dothraki and Valyrian languages for fantasy series Game of Thrones, as well as many others. He joins Michael Rosen for a playful discussion about all things conlang, and Michael tries his luck at inventing a new language for bacteria.

Produced by Eliza Lomas for BBC Audio in Bristol.

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Mon 26 Jul 202123:00

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