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.
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 ΒιΆΉΤΌΕΔ Audio in Bristol.
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