Words We Use

Explains the origins of words, where they come from, and why we use some of the expressions we do. This book includes sections on Computers, Shakespeare, Political Correctness, Magic and Monsters, and Text Messaging.

Product details

• Authors: Diarmaid Muirithe, Diarmaid O Muirithe, O&apos, Diarmaid O'muirithe
• Publisher: Gill & MacMillan Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.01.2008
• EAN: 9780717144228
• ISBN: 978-0-7171-4422-8
• Dimensions: 132 mm x 198 mm x 22 mm
• Subject: Humanities, art, music > Linguistics and literary studies > General and comparative linguistics