How Words Grow (Classic Reprint): A Brief Study of Literary Style, Slang, and Provincialisms - Couverture souple

Mead, Leon

 
9781333603892: How Words Grow (Classic Reprint): A Brief Study of Literary Style, Slang, and Provincialisms

Synopsis

This book is a detailed study of the areas of etymology, linguistics, and semiotics, focusing on the evolution of words, from their initial creation through to their integration and proliferation within the English language. It explores the historical context of word coinage, beginning with the first written word and following through to the present day. The author proffers a comprehensive examination of the subject, delving into the reasons behind the coining of new words, the processes of their development, and the factors influencing their broad adoption. It provides invaluable insights into the complex relationships between words, their meanings, and the socio-cultural contexts in which they are used. The book offers a profound understanding of the organic nature of language and how it shapes and adapts to our ever-changing world, making it an essential resource for linguists, writers, students, and anyone fascinated by the intricacies of human speech.

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This is a pre-1923 historical reproduction that was curated for quality. Quality assurance was conducted on each of these books in an attempt to remove books with imperfections introduced by the digitization process. Though we have made best efforts - the books may have occasional errors that do not impede the reading experience. We believe this work is culturally important and have elected to bring the book back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. This text refers to the Bibliobazaar edition.

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