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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is an extensive reference guide and etymological dictionary that presents a list of archaic words and phrases used by early dramatists and lyric poets in the English language. The words are defined and explained in a way that makes them accessible to the casual reader, and the author also provides historical context for their usage. This book is a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in the history of the English language, or who wants to better understand the works of early English literature. Through its exploration of word origins, the book enriches our understanding of how the English language evolved, and its influence on modern-day slang, turns of phrase, and common ways of speaking in modern English. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282628697_0
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