The Cabinet of Linguistic Curiosities
A Yearbook of Forgotten Words
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Library Journal, on The Accidental Dictionary
“These surprising word stories show how definitions of even everyday terms appear then disappear, expand and contract, and develop and distort, making for pleasurable reading, especially owing to the author’s lightheartedly learned style. Recommended for word buffs and those interested in language change.”
Booklist, on The Accidental Dictionary
“Jones shares his passion for understanding how common English words have morphed to illustrate social trends. Entertaining and informative, the book offers equal helpings of social and linguistic history and interpretation.”
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