Word Gossip: A Series Of Familiar Essays On Words And Their Peculiarities (1869)

by William Lewery Blackley

Book Overview

Word Gossip: A Series Of Familiar Essays On Words And Their Peculiarities is a book written by William Lewery Blackley and published in 1869. The book is a collection of essays that explore the peculiarities of the English language, with a focus on the meanings, origins, and usage of words. Each essay delves into a specific word or phrase, examining its etymology, historical usage, and modern connotations. The essays are written in a conversational style, making the book accessible to readers of all levels of language proficiency. The author's wit and humor add an entertaining element to the book, making it an enjoyable read for anyone interested in the intricacies of language. Overall, Word Gossip is a fascinating exploration of the English language and its many quirks and idiosyncrasies.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: 1437366570
• ISBN13: 9781437366570
• Release Date: December 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 276 Pages
• Weight: 0.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"