Wanderings Among Words

By Henry Bett

Book Overview

Wanderings Among Words is a book written by Henry Bett. It is a collection of essays that explores the origins and meanings of various English words. The book is divided into different chapters, each focusing on a particular theme or topic. Some of the topics covered in the book include the history of the English language, the origins of words from different languages, and the evolution of words over time. The author also delves into the meanings and significance of words in different contexts, such as literature, politics, and popular culture. The book is written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to both linguists and general readers interested in the English language. Overall, Wanderings Among Words is a fascinating exploration of the rich and complex world of English words and language.This book is a fascinating study of the history and derivation of many familiar English words. Amongst other things, it deals with some of the primitive elements in our speech which take us back to prehistoric times; with the debt our language owes to Greece and Rome; with words we have inherited from the life and customs of the Middle Ages; and with the odd connections that often exist between words that hardly look as if they were related at all. Contents: primitive; Greece and Rome; middle ages; obsolete words and meanings; trade and commerce; connections and developments; metaphors; oddities.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: 1162622423
• ISBN13: 9781162622422
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 236 Pages
• Weight: 1.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.3" x 11.0"