02224cam a22003133u 4500 58100 UtSlPG 20260610134335.0 m cr n 260607r2018||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PE Mathews, William, 1818-1909 Words; Their Use and Abuse Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2018 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2018-10-14 Produced by Turgut Dincer, John Campbell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Words; Their Use and Abuse" by William Mathews is a critical examination of language and its significance, written in the late 19th century. The work explores the power of words, how they shape thought and influence society, and the common misuses and abuses of language. Mathews seeks to underline the importance of carefully chosen words, emphasizing their role in communication and the intellect. At the start of the book, the author discusses the deep connection between language and thought, declaring that words are not merely sounds but carry immense significance. He argues that language is a unique gift of humanity that differentiates us from animals, allowing for the expression and classification of ideas. Mathews illustrates how words possess inherent power, capable of evoking diverse emotions and thoughts, and stresses the need for awareness regarding their use to effectively communicate and connect with others. Through a series of reflections, he sets the stage for a thoughtful exploration of the intricacies of language, which he intends to delve into throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified English language -- Semantics English language -- Usage https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58100 98928 98928