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Word Origins is the only guide to the science and process of etymology for the layperson. This funny, charming, and conversational book not only tells the known origins of hundreds of words, but also shows how their origins were determined. Liberman, an internationally acclaimed etymologist, takes the reader by the hand and explains the many ways that English words can be made, and the many ways in which etymologists try to unearth the origins of words. Part history, part how-to, and completely entertaining, Word Origins invites readers behind the scenes to watch an etymologist at work.

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Prof. Liberman's excellent book would make a fine Christmas present for anyone interested in the history of the English language. * Irish Times, *

Word Origins... and How We Know Them

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      Publisher Oxford University Press Inc
      Published 4/30/2009 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN-13 9780195387070
      978-0195387070
      ISBN-10 0195387074
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      Dictionaries, Reference & Language Language: history and general works

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Word Origins is the only guide to the science and process of etymology for the layperson. This funny, charming, and conversational book not only tells the known origins of hundreds of words, but also shows how their origins were determined. Liberman, an internationally acclaimed etymologist, takes the reader by the hand and explains the many ways that English words can be made, and the many ways in which etymologists try to unearth the origins of words. Part history, part how-to, and completely entertaining, Word Origins invites readers behind the scenes to watch an etymologist at work.

      Trade Review
      Prof. Liberman's excellent book would make a fine Christmas present for anyone interested in the history of the English language. * Irish Times, *

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