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_aO'Neill, Elizabeth _q(Elizabeth Speakman), _d1877- |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aStories That Words Tell Us |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2006 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2006-08-15 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Thierry Alberto, Sankar Viswanathan, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net | ||
| 520 | _a"Stories That Words Tell Us" by Elizabeth O'Neill is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores the fascinating origins and evolution of words within the English language, tracing their roots through various historical events and cultural influences. The book highlights how language reflects the history and character of a nation, inviting readers to discover the deeper stories embedded in everyday vocabulary. The opening of the book introduces readers to the concept that every word has a unique story, having evolved and changed over time based on the influences of different cultures and historical moments. O'Neill begins by discussing how children often find certain familiar words strange upon reflection, demonstrating an innate curiosity about language. She then elaborates on the historical context of British history, explaining how the names we use today can reveal insights about past invasions, conquests, and the merging of cultures. The chapters outline an exploration of specific themes, such as the stories behind British history as told through English words and the origins of Christian names and surnames, setting the stage for a deep dive into the etymology of language while illustrating the dynamic relationship between language and its historical roots. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aEnglish language -- Etymology | ||
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