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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of logging in the United States, exploring the evolution of the industry and its unique language. Beginning with the early days of American colonists who coined terms to describe the unfamiliar landscapes and practices, the author traces the development of logging from a unified trade to the emergence of specialized loggers with their own distinct jargon. The author highlights the ingenuity and adaptability of loggers who borrowed words from various sources, including Native American languages and railroad terminology, to create a rich and colorful vocabulary. This lexicon reflects the challenges and triumphs of working in the unforgiving environment of the forest, encompassing tools, techniques, and the camaraderie of logging camps. As the industry transitioned from traditional methods to more mechanized approaches, the author notes the gradual decline of this specialized language. This book serves as a valuable record of a disappearing vernacular, preserving the legacy of loggers and their contribution to American history. By capturing the essence of logging culture through its language, the author provides a deeper understanding of the human experience within this demanding and essential industry. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282453909_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282453909
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282453909
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Vendeur : AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Allemagne
Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282453909
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