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Discovering Words (Shire Discovering)
Julian Walker
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Description for Discovering Words (Shire Discovering)
Paperback. For centuries English has assimilated words from other languages. This title provides an introduction to the subject of etymology, showing how the words we use hold the histories of human interaction and communication. Series: Shire Discovering. Num Pages: 80 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 177 x 113 x 7. Weight in Grams: 178. Good copy with some minor shelf wear
For centuries English has assimilated words from other languages. Julian Walker offers a treasury of word histories, showing the variety of ways the words we use have evolved. The book is arranged into subjects, within which a selection of words are traced back through the stages by which they came to be part of the English language, and through more recent changes over time in form and meaning. Historical dictionaries such as "Johnson's" and "Webster's" are referenced throughout, especially where there has been disagreement over the histories and 'proper' form of words. "Discovering Words" provides an enticing introduction to the ... Read more
For centuries English has assimilated words from other languages. Julian Walker offers a treasury of word histories, showing the variety of ways the words we use have evolved. The book is arranged into subjects, within which a selection of words are traced back through the stages by which they came to be part of the English language, and through more recent changes over time in form and meaning. Historical dictionaries such as "Johnson's" and "Webster's" are referenced throughout, especially where there has been disagreement over the histories and 'proper' form of words. "Discovering Words" provides an enticing introduction to the ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Shire Publications London
Condition
Used, Very Good
Series
Shire Discovering
Dustjacket
Yes
Number of Pages
80
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780747807490
SKU
KKD0008775
Shipping Time
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Ref
99-1
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