Weeds in the Garden of Words

Further Observations on the Tangled History of the English Language

Autori

• Kate Burridge

Parametri

• 208 pagine
• 8 ore di lettura

• Linguistica
• Saggistica
• Storia

Maggiori informazioni sul libro

Exploring the concept of linguistic taboos, Kate Burridge delves into the world of 'unacceptable' words, phrases, and pronunciations in English. Through a blend of humor and insight, she examines the societal attitudes toward language and the evolving nature of what is deemed acceptable, offering readers a thought-provoking perspective on the dynamics of communication.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2009

(In brossura)