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History in English Words

Owen Barfield author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:SteinerBooks, Inc

Published:26th Sep '02

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A classic historical excursion through the English language.

Owen Barfield's original and thought-provoking works over three-quarters of a century made him a legendary cult figure. This popular book provides a brief, brilliant history of those who have spoken the Indo-European tongues. It is illustrated throughout by current English words -- whose derivation from other languages, whose history in use and changes of meaning, record and unlock the larger history.

ISBN: 9780940262119

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 324g

240 pages

2nd Revised edition