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Book Review of Word Mysteries and Histories: From Quiche to Humble Pie

Word Mysteries and Histories: From Quiche to Humble Pie
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Artist Barry Moser has created dozens of wood engravings that animate this lively volume. This is MUST reading for lovers of words and language. You will discover fascinating facts about the backgrounds of more tham 500 words in the English language. Great for lovers of trivia, too.