Wordgloss: A Cultural Lexicon
by Jim O'Donnell
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Author: Jim O'DonnellEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2006-10-09
ISBN: 1843510731
Number of pages: 336
Publisher: Lilliput Pr Ltd
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Book Review: A fascinating survey
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Jim O'Donnell's Wordgloss: A Cultural Lexicon first appeared in 1990 to much acclaim: here it's been reworked and extensively revised and extended to provide essays on law, politics, science, history and language. Any interested in words and culture will learn about literary usage, word origins, cultural connections, and changing historical context in a fascinating survey.
Summary of Wordgloss: A Cultural Lexicon
This lively and engaging reference book explores the meaning and etymology of common Latin and Greek phrases in law, politics, science, technology, literature, philosophy, and the arts.Irish Books
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