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The Secret Lives of Words
The Secret Lives of Words
Author: Paul West
Word enthusiasts will find trivia and treasure" (Kirkus Reviews) in this collection of unusual etymologies authored by an unmatched prose stylist and fabulous wordsmith. — Over the centuries, thousands of our words have been so twisted, tangled, misused, and muddled that their original meanings have been obscured. You'll be surprised to learn tha...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780156014090
ISBN-10: 0156014092
Publication Date: 7/10/2001
Pages: 304
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Publisher: Harvest Books
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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