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Words from hell : unearthing the darkest secrets of English etymology

by Jess Zafarris

This book explores the history and etymology of offensive, vulgar, and taboo words in the English language. It analyses the origins of swear words, slang, and everyday terms with surprisingly inappropriate pasts.

Accession 31414 ISBN 9781399808200 Publisher Chambers
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