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In The Etymologicon, Mark Forsyth takes readers on an entertaining journey through the surprising origins and connections of English words and phrases. Moving from one word to the next through a chain of linguistic links, he explores how language has been shaped by history, culture, religion, politics, and everyday life. Along the way, he reveals unexpected connections between seemingly unrelated words and explains the stories behind familiar expressions. Combining humour, historical anecdotes, and etymological research, Forsyth offers a fascinating exploration of the hidden pathways that run through the English language.

Author: Mark Forsyth

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From the bestselling author of The Etymologicon comes a brilliant, witty journey through the lost vocabulary of everyday life. "The Horologicon takes you through a single day using the strangest, funniest, and most forgotten words in the English language. From the 'uhtceare' (lying awake worrying before dawn) to 'grogblossoms' at the local pub, Mark Forsyth (The Inky Fool) gives you a bizarre and completely addictive word for every hour of your routine."

Author: Mark Forsyth

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