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The Horologicon: A Day's Jaunt Through The Lost Words Of The English Language
The Horologicon: A Day's Jaunt Through The Lost Words Of The English Language
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From Uhtceare in the hours before dawn through to dream drumbles at bedtime, The Horologicon gives you the extraordinary lost words you never knew you needed.
Wake up feeling rough? Then you’re philogrobolized. Pretending to work? That’s fudgelling (which may lead to rizzling if you feel sleepy after lunch). A Radio 4 Book of the Week, The Horologicon is an eye-opening, page-turning celebration of the English language at its most endearingly arcane.
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One Line Summary
Explores forgotten, charming English words for language lovers.
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Who is this book for?
If you have a love for language and enjoy discovering the quirky, obscure corners of English, The Horologicon will feel like a treasure trove. Mark Forsyth's lively and eccentric storytelling brings these lost words to life, making it both educational and highly entertaining. It's perfect for anyone wanting to add some delightful and unusual words to their vocabulary while enjoying a fascinating linguistic journey.