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The Story of English in 100 Words,Used
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In this unique new history of the worlds most ubiquitous language, linguistics expert David Crystal draws on words that best illustrate the huge variety of sources, influences, and events that have helped to shape our vernacular since the first definitively English word was written down in the fifth century (roe, in case you are wondering). Featuring Latinate and Celtic words, weasel words and noncewords, ancient words (loaf) to cutting edge (twittersphere), and spanning the indispensable words that shape our tongue (and, what) to the more fanciful (fopdoodle), Crystal takes us along the winding byways of language via the rude, the obscure, and the downright surprising.
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- Q: What age group is 'The Story of English in 100 Words' suitable for? A: This book is suitable for all ages, as it provides insights into the English language.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Story of English in 100 Words'? A: The author is David Crystal, an honorary professor of linguistics.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Story of English in 100 Words'? A: The book explores the history and development of the English language through key words.
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