Isms

Author:  Gregory Bergman

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Isms

English

ISBN: 1440517886

EAN: 9781440517884

Publisher: Adams Media

Release Date: 01/01/2012

Synopsis: In the tradition of An Exaltation of Larks and Crazy English comes a book about words guaranteed to pique the interest of word lovers everywhere. From abolitionism to zoroastrianism, ISMs make up some of the most interesting, mysterious, and obscure words in the English language. In this entertaining, engaging, and enlightening little book, word lovers will discover the true meanings of these words--along with the often bizarre etymologies, mythologies, and the common and not-so-common usage behind them. This comprehensive book covers more than 200 of these intriguing ISMs.

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Illustrated: No

Format: eBook - EPUB

Pages: 256