Slang And Its Analogues Past And Present. A Dictionary, Historical And Comparative Of The Heterodox Speech Of All Classes Of Society For More Than Thr (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9789354176616)

Unlock the secret life of language with John S. Farmer's magisterial Slang And Its Analogues Past And Present (Volume VII). This is not merely a dictionary-it is a vivid journey through the heterodox speech of society across three centuries, revealing the wit, rebellion, and ingenuity woven into everyday words. Language lives here. Farmer's work is a cornerstone for linguists and historians, offering a comparative linguistics resource without equal. Each entry is more than a definition; it is a window into the shifting tides of historical language evolution, tracking synonyms and analogues in English, French, German, Italian, and beyond. From Victorian era linguistics to the lively pulse of multilingual society slang, this volume is an indispensable reference for language enthusiasts, classic-literature collectors, and anyone fascinated by the cross-cultural study of words. Farmer's meticulous analysis of heterodox speech brings to life the colourful, unfiltered voices of the past-voices often left out of formal histories. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today-a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Embrace a multilingual slang anthology that stands as both a scholarly landmark and a cultural treasure, restored for a new generation of curious minds.

Author: John S Farmer,W. E. Henley
ISBN-10: 9354176615
ISBN-13: 9789354176616
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Language: English
Published: 10/05/2020
Pages: 384
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.24lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.85d