Picturesque Word Origins: With Forty-Five Illustrative Drawings
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A charming and educational reference work, Picturesque Word Origins: With Forty-Five Illustrative Drawings presents the fascinating etymological histories behind a curated selection of English words, tracing their journeys from ancient languages and cultures into modern usage. Each entry uncovers the surprising, often colorful stories embedded in everyday language, revealing how words carry centuries of human history, mythology, and cross-cultural exchange within them. The forty-five original illustrations bring these linguistic histories to life, making the volume as visually engaging as it is intellectually rewarding. Written in an accessible and lively tone, it instructs readers of all backgrounds — from casual language enthusiasts to dedicated wordsmiths — in the art of seeing familiar words with fresh, historically informed eyes. A delightful blend of scholarship and artistry, it stands as an enduring celebration of the richness and depth of the English language.
Author: G. & C. Merriam Company
Format: Hardback
Genre: Reference & language
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A charming and educational reference work, Picturesque Word Origins: With Forty-Five Illustrative Drawings presents the fascinating etymological histories behind a curated selection of English words, tracing their journeys from ancient languages and cultures into modern usage. Each entry uncovers the surprising, often colorful stories embedded in everyday language, revealing how words carry centuries of human history, mythology, and cross-cultural exchange within them. The forty-five original illustrations bring these linguistic histories to life, making the volume as visually engaging as it is intellectually rewarding. Written in an accessible and lively tone, it instructs readers of all backgrounds — from casual language enthusiasts to dedicated wordsmiths — in the art of seeing familiar words with fresh, historically informed eyes. A delightful blend of scholarship and artistry, it stands as an enduring celebration of the richness and depth of the English language.