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The English language is a West Germanic language, part of the Indo-European language family, with a rich history and global influence. It originated in England and is now the dominant language in countries like the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia. English is also a widely learned second language and a global lingua franca, used in various fields like science, business, and diplomacy. 

Literature in English encompasses all written works, both fictional and non-fictional, produced in the English language. It includes a vast range of genres like poetry, fiction, drama, and essays, spanning various historical periods and geographical locations. The term is often used more broadly to refer to all literature written in the English language, rather than specifically focusing on literature from the British Isles.