Word Mysteries and Histories: From Quiche to Humble Pie by Barry Moser, American Heritage, Robert Claiborne

Word Mysteries and Histories: From Quiche to Humble Pie

Barry Moser, American Heritage, Robert Claiborne

320 pages first pub 1986 (editions)

nonfiction reference informative medium-paced
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Delightful reading for all lovers of the language, animated by Barry Moser's haunting wood engravings. This superb collection of 500 English word origins is the perfect book for browsers, students and word aficionados. 34 woodcut illustrations.

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