9780260235176 - American Notes and Queries, Vol. 5: A Medium of Intercommunication for Literary Men, General Readers, Etc (Classic Reprint) de Walsh, William Shepard (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book traces the origins and historical evolution of numerous words, localisms, common phrases, and other aspects of English. The author brings together linguistic details and engaging historical trivia to create an interesting look at the complex and fascinating history of the English language. A large portion of the book is dedicated to revealing the origins of words including their various meanings and changes over time. In addition, the author examines local phrases from different regions, addressing their widespread use and etymologies. The book also includes an in-depth look at slang, nicknames, and pseudonyms, providing new insights on their creation and usage. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.