This is a humourous collection of columns from the "Saturday Telegraph". This work looks at the use and abuse of words in current English language usage. What does "it" mean in "It-girl"? Each entry looks at the history of the word, how it has changed and what it has come to mean.
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This is a humourous collection of columns from the "Saturday Telegraph". This work looks at the use and abuse of words in current English language usage. What does "it" mean in "It-girl"? Each entry looks at the history of the word, how it has changed and what it has come to mean.
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Add this copy of Frantic Semantics: Snapshots of Our Changing Language to cart. $6.60, very good condition, Sold by M Godding Books Ltd rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Devizes, WILTS, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1999 by Macmillan.
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Very Good. Very Good Jacket. Size: 5x1x9; First Edition, first impression. The number line contains 1. Posted within 1 working day. 1st class tracked post to the UK, Airmail tracked worldwide. Robust recyclable packaging.
Add this copy of Frantic Semantics: Snapshots of Our Changing Language to cart. $9.27, fair condition, Sold by Anybook rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Lincoln, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1999 by Macmillan.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 350grams, ISBN: 0333763521.
Add this copy of Frantic Semantics: Snapshots of Our Changing Language to cart. $12.88, good condition, Sold by Anybook rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Lincoln, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1999 by Macmillan.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. Clean from markings. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 300grams, ISBN: 0333763521.
Add this copy of Frantic Semantics: Snapshots of Our Changing Language to cart. $3.28, very good condition, Sold by Reuseabook rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Gloucester, GLOS, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1999 by Macmillan.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. Though second-hand, the book is still in very good shape. Minimal signs of usage may include very minor creasing on the cover or on the spine.
Add this copy of Frantic Semantics (Hb): Snapshots of Our Changing to cart. $5.32, very good condition, Sold by Jenhams rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dundee, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1999 by Macmillan.
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A hardback volume in Very Good or better condition, Near Fine, in a similar dustjacket. This book is in stock now, in our UK premises. Photos of our books are available on request (the pictures you see on Alibris are NOT our own).
This is a delightful and timeless book - 'timeless' as it deals with many popular words or words in common usage on both sides of the Atlantic with different interpretations; with words that have evolved over time, shaking off old nuances and acquiring new meanings or connotations; and with words which have changed in meaning after the dotcom revolution. Even those with with only a passing interest in the English language should find it informative, educative or entertaining. One can dip into it occasionally, use it as a work of reference or read it for pure pleasure and enjoy the author's sense of humour which makes the book amusing as well. John Morrish couldn't have chosen a better title.
The book would make an excellent companion on flights or train journeys. It would also make a wonderful gift for anyone, young or old, whatever the occasion. In fact, it would probably make a useful occasional present when no special occasion is required, other than that one wishes to give it to someone who cares or is curious about English words and their origin and would appreciate knowing more about them. Incidentally, the author tells us how the meaning of 'gift' has changed over time and also the difference between a gift and a present in modern times.
