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Book Title
Barnhart Concise Dictionary of Etymology
Educational Level
Adult & Further Education, High School
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1st Edition, Dust Jacket
Country/Region of Manufacture
United States
ISBN
9780062700841

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Publisher
HarperCollins
ISBN-10
0062700847
ISBN-13
9780062700841
eBay Product ID (ePID)
27186

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Number of Pages
944 Pages
Publication Name
Barnhart Concise Dictionary of Etymology
Language
English
Subject
Communication Studies, Linguistics / Historical & Comparative, Linguistics / Etymology
Publication Year
1995
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Language Arts & Disciplines
Author
Robert K. Barnhart
Format
Hardcover

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2.6 in
Item Weight
47.9 Oz
Item Length
9.2 in
Item Width
7.4 in

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"[A] combination of readability with scholarship. . . of exceptional quality." -- American Library Association (Reference Books Bulletin) "Avoiding abbreviations and technical terminology, and gracefully blending linguistic and historical fact based on the most current American scholarship. . . . For scholar and lay reader alike." -- Library Journal
Dewey Edition
20
Dewey Decimal
422/.03
Synopsis
As all lovers of language know, words are the source of our very understanding of ourselves and the world around us. Often, however, our use of language is so automatic that we neglect to consider where those words came from and what they assume. What are the implications, beyond the simple dictionary definitions, of using words such as privilege, hysteria, seminal, and gyp? Browsing through the pages of The Barhart Concise Dictionary of Etymology is like exploring the historical, political, and rhetorical wonderland of our linguistic heritage. We see the evolution of ideas, as rootword connections that now seem arbitrary are traced to schools of thought from the past. We also find an opportunity to examine how the sometimes backwards, sometimes hilarious, and sometimes illuminating ideologies built into our language affect our modern thinking. Written in a fresh, accessible style, this book provides the derivations of over 21,000 English-language words without resorting to the use of abbreviations, symbols, or technical terminology. Drawing on the most current American scholarship, and focusing onthe core words in contemporary English, The Barnhart Concise Dictionary of Etymology is both a diverting browse and a thinking person's Bible., "[A] combination of readability with scholarship. . . of exceptional quality." --American Library Association (Reference Books Bulletin) As all lovers of language know, words are the source of our very understanding of ourselves and the world around us. Often, however, our use of language is so automatic that we neglect to consider where those words came from and what they assume. What are the implications, beyond the simple dictionary definitions, of using words such as privilege, hysteria, seminal, and gyp? Browsing through the pages of The Barnhart Concise Dictionary of Etymology is like exploring the historical, political, and rhetorical wonderland of our linguistic heritage. We see the evolution of ideas, as root word connections that now seem arbitrary are traced to schools of thought from the past. We also find an opportunity to examine how the sometimes backwards, sometimes hilarious, and sometimes illuminating ideologies built into our language affect our modern thinking. Written in a fresh, accessible style, The Barnhart Concise Dictionary of Etymology provides the derivations of over 21,000 English-language words without resorting to the use of abbreviations, symbols, or technical terminology. Drawing on the most current American scholarship, and focusing on the core words in contemporary English, this fascinating book is both a diverting browse and a thinking person's Bible.
LC Classification Number
PE1580.B35 1995

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  • by jims59
    02 Feb, 2016

    The Barnhart Concise Dictionary of Etymology

    The Barnhart Concise Dictionary of Etymology, Harper Collins, 1988 edition, 916 pages, double column listings is a good reference book. [bought used hardback] At the same time I bought: C.T. Onion's The Oxford Dictionary of English Etymology, Oxford Press, 1966 edition, 1025 pages. It also is a good reference book. [bought used hardback] The Barnhart dictionary is easier to work with, physically is larger thus displays larger text making for easier reading, and weighs less due to paper choice. However, it does not have quite as many pages as the Oxford dictionary.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: goodwill_industries_of_san_diego-books

  • by 8008florida
    26 Dec, 2018

    A nice product for those who like derivations.

    The derivations go into great detail with dates that practically give you a language history lesson. It is easy to read also.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: NewSold by: greatbookprices2

  • by dan_kowal
    14 May, 2018

    Should be handed out in school

    If you are looking for true definition of English words from the Anglo-Saxon and Germanic background this is the book. Etimology of our language.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: alibrisbooks

  • by suevince1
    31 Mar, 2021

    Great for history

    I love the book. The sender should get a 5* positive feedback!!!

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: NewSold by: alibrisbooks

  • by dutchgirl0
    16 Jul, 2025

    Book is in great shape. Thanks so much. ...

    Book is in great shape. Thanks so much.

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