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A Really Short History of Words
Bill Bryson
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Description for A Really Short History of Words
Trade Paperback.
Adapted from Mother Tongue this stunningly illustrated book by Bill Bryson tells the story of English, from the first words ever spoken to the very first dictionaries.
Perfect for ages 8 to 80!
Every day, you do something incredible, and I bet you barely ever think about it: you speak.
But have you ever wondered why the English language turned out like it did? If so, this is the book for you. It will also answer some VERY important questions . . .
- Why do we have the Vikings to thank for words like glitter and ... Read more
- Why did LOL used to mean little old ladies?
- And why did no one know what majestic meant until Shakespeare came along?
In this epic journey through words, rhymes – and even a few jokes – Bill Bryson will teach you how the English language came to be and what makes it a rich and beautiful thing.
Get ready . . . because the story of the English language is an EXTRAORDINARY one.
Product Details
Publication date
2024
Publisher
PRH Children
Condition
New
Number of Pages
128
Format
Paperback
Place of Publication
, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780241666210
SKU
9780241666210
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 2 to 4 working days
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About Bill Bryson
Bill Bryson was born in Des Moines, Iowa, in 1951. His bestselling books include The Road to Little Dribbling, Notes from a Small Island, A Walk in the Woods, One Summer and The Life and Times of the Thunderbolt Kid. In a national poll, Notes from a Small Island was voted the book that best represents Britain. His acclaimed work ... Read more
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