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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the fascinating world of literary blunders, examining how these mishaps illuminate our understanding of language and the writing process. The author delves into the causes of blunders, from simple errors to imaginative confusions, and traces their presence throughout history, from ancient texts to contemporary newspapers. The book provides a rich collection of amusing anecdotes, showcasing how blunders have shaped literary works and even influenced historical events. Along the way, the author explores the broader themes of etymology, translation, and the nature of truth, offering a thought-provoking perspective on the role of mistakes in human communication. The insights presented in this book shed new light on the intricate relationship between language, literature, and the human condition. 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 9781332404056_0
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Etat : New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from Literary Blunders: A Chapter in the History of Human ErrorI lzave availed myself of t/ze pub lislted communications of my friends Professors Hales and Skeat and Dr. Murray on Literary Blunders, and my best t/t. N° de réf. du vendeur 2147953405
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