Slang And Its Analogues Past And Present (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781024780703)

"Slang And Its Analogues Past And Present, Volume 7" is a comprehensive dictionary exploring the evolution and usage of slang across various societal strata over three centuries. Compiled by William Ernest Henley, this volume is an invaluable resource for linguists, historians, and anyone interested in the dynamic nature of language. It offers a historical and comparative analysis of heterodox speech, providing synonyms in English, French, German, Italian, and other languages, making it a rich source of linguistic data and cultural insights.

This dictionary not only catalogs slang terms but also provides a window into the social contexts in which these terms arose and were used. It is an essential addition to any reference library, offering a detailed exploration of how language reflects and shapes society.

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