The slang dictionary : $b Etymological, historical and anecdotal
Description
Hotten's etymological deep-dive into slang reveals how language evolves from the streets into respectability, offering witty anecdotes that show words aren't just tools but cultural artifacts with scandalous backstories. This is linguistic archaeology written with a sharp sense of humor, perfect for anyone curious about how we actually talk.
About this book
The slang dictionary : $b Etymological, historical and anecdotal is an ebook by John Camden Hotten (1832–1873). It dates from 1859. This edition runs to roughly 483 pages, about 9.5 hours of reading at a typical pace.
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About the Author
John Camden Hotten (1832–1873) has 3 books in the BigBookHub catalogue: The History of Signboards, from the Earliest times to the…, A Dictionary of Slang, Cant, and Vulgar Words: Used at th… and The slang dictionary : $b Etymological, historical and an….
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