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Barnhart Concise Dictionary of Etymology

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Book Synopsis: “[A] combination of readability with scholarship. . . of exceptional quality.” —American Library Association (Reference Books Bulletin)

As all lovers of language know, words are the source of our very understanding of ourselves and the world around us.

Often, however, our use of language is so automatic that we neglect to consider where those words came from and what they assume. What are the implications, beyond the simple dictionary definitions, of using words such as privilege, hysteria, seminal, and gyp?

Browsing through the pages of The Barnhart Concise Dictionary of Etymology is like exploring the historical, political, and rhetorical wonderland of our linguistic heritage. We see the evolution of ideas, as root word connections that now seem arbitrary are traced to schools of thought from the past. We also find an opportunity to examine how the sometimes backwards, sometimes hilarious, and sometimes illuminating ideologies built into our language affect our modern thinking.

Written in a fresh, accessible style, The Barnhart Concise Dictionary of Etymology provides the derivations of over 21,000 English-language words without resorting to the use of abbreviations, symbols, or technical terminology. Drawing on the most current American scholarship, and focusing on the core words in contemporary English, this fascinating book is both a diverting browse and a thinking person’s Bible.

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Discover the hidden secrets of our language with The Barnhart Concise Dictionary of Etymology. This exceptional book combines readability with scholarship, providing you with an unparalleled understanding of the words we use every day. Dive into the historical, political, and rhetorical wonderland of our linguistic heritage as you trace the evolution of ideas and uncover the hidden ideologies built into our language. With over 21,000 English-language word derivations, this fascinating book is a must-have for anyone who wants to truly understand the power of words.

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Elevate your language game with The Barnhart Concise Dictionary of Etymology. This comprehensive resource provides you with the root word connections that seem arbitrary but are actually traced to schools of thought from the past. With its focus on the core words in contemporary English, this book is a thinking person's Bible that will expand your intellectual horizons.

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