Useless Etymology : Offbeat Word Origins for Curious Minds
by Jess Zafarris
Title:
Useless Etymology : Offbeat Word Origins for Curious Minds
Author:
Jess Zafarris
Format:
Hardback
Number of pages:
336 pages, N/A
Publisher:
Hachette UK Distribution
ISBN-13:
9781399809184
EAN:
9781399809184
Classifications:
Film, Television and Radio
Weight (g):
506
Dimensions (mm):
206 x 142 x 30
Publication Country:
United Kingdom
Language:
English
Condition:
New
Price:£14.02
31 copies in stock
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Description
A dazzling illumination of the astonishing kaleidoscope that is the English language, Useless Etymology explores and examines the words we use every day - and why we use them - with a joyful blend of wit, wonder and whimsy.
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