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The Etymologicon: A Circular Stroll Through The Hidden Connections Of The English Language
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This Perfect Gift For Readers, Writers, And Literature Majors Alike Unearths The Quirks Of The English Language. For Example, Do You Know Why A Mortgage Is Literally A ?Death Pledge?? Why Guns Have Girls? Names? Why ?Salt? Is Related To ?Soldier?? Discover The Answers To All Of These Etymological Questions And More In This Fascinating Book For Fans Of Of Eats, Shoots & Leaves.The Etymologicon Is A Completely Unauthorized Guide To The Strange Underpinnings Of The English Language. It Explains How You Get From ?Gruntled? To ?Disgruntled?; Why You Are Absolutely Right To Believe That Your Meager Salary Barely Covers ?Money For Salt?; How The Biggest Chain Of Coffee Shops In The World Connects To Whaling In Nantucket; And What, Precisely, The Rolling Stones Have To Do With Gardening. This Witty Book Will Awake The Linguist In You And Illuminate The Hidden Meanings Behind Common Words And Phrases, Tracing Their Evolution Through All Of Their Surprising Paths Throughout History.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Etymologicon'? A: 'The Etymologicon' explores the hidden connections and quirks of the English language, revealing the etymological origins of common words and phrases.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Etymologicon' is Mark Forsyth, known for his witty and engaging writing style.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Etymologicon' have? A: 'The Etymologicon' contains 304 pages, making it a substantial read for anyone interested in language and etymology.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: 'The Etymologicon' is suitable for readers of all ages, particularly those interested in linguistics, literature, and the quirks of the English language.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Etymologicon' is available in paperback binding, which is lightweight and portable.
- Q: When was 'The Etymologicon' published? A: 'The Etymologicon' was published on October 2, 2012.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn the origins of various words and phrases, as well as intriguing stories that connect them to history and culture.
- Q: Is 'The Etymologicon' a good gift for language lovers? A: Yes, 'The Etymologicon' is an excellent gift for language lovers, writers, and anyone interested in the peculiarities of the English language.
- Q: Does the book contain illustrations or images? A: 'The Etymologicon' does not emphasize illustrations, as it primarily focuses on text and the exploration of language.
- Q: Is there a specific audience for this book? A: 'The Etymologicon' appeals primarily to readers, writers, literature majors, and anyone fascinated by the English language and its etymology.