Rambles Among Words: Their Poetry, History And Wisdom (1872)

By William Swinton

Book Overview

Rambles Among Words: Their Poetry, History And Wisdom is a book written by William Swinton and first published in 1872. This book is a collection of essays that explore the origins, meanings, and uses of various English words. Swinton's writing style is both informative and entertaining, as he delves into the etymology of words and their historical and cultural significance. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a particular theme. For example, one section explores the connection between words and poetry, while another delves into the history of words and how they have evolved over time. Swinton also examines the wisdom that can be gleaned from words, and how they can be used to convey important ideas and concepts. Throughout the book, Swinton draws on examples from literature, history, and everyday life to illustrate his points. He also includes a number of interesting anecdotes and trivia about words, making the book both educational and enjoyable to read. Overall, Rambles Among Words: Their Poetry, History And Wisdom is a fascinating exploration of the English language and the power of words. It is a must-read for anyone interested in language, literature, or history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437109586
• ISBN13: 9781437109580
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"