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The Cabinet of Linguistic Curiosities

A Yearbook of Forgotten Words
By Paul Anthony Jones
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The Cabinet of Linguistic Curiosities by Paul Anthony Jones offers a delightful journey through the English language, presenting unique and intriguing words for each day of the year. Each entry combines historical anecdotes, linguistic trivia, and fascinating insights into the origin and usage of these words. It's an engaging exploration of the quirks and wonders found in the evolution of language.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a love for quirky language facts and hidden gems from the English lexicon. It’s perfect for those fascinated by etymology, word origins, and the rich tapestry of language evolution. Each page offers a delightful and educational journey, making it a charming addition to any language lover's collection.

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Beautiful and intriguing: a word for every day of the year

* Beautiful design and easy-to-dip-into page-a-day format.; * Paul Anthony Jones is one of the rising stars in his field, well connected and with an impressive track record of original research.; * His hugely popular Twitter account @HaggardHawks has 48.3k followers and is growing by the day.; * Celebrity supporters include JK Rowling, Robert Macfarlane, Joanne Harris, Richard Osman, Greg Jenner, Ian McMillan, Danny Baker, Susie Dent, Simon Mayo, Michael Rosen, Cerys Matthews.; * Regularly features in the Telegraph, Buzzfeed and Huffington Post.

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Open the Cabinet to leap back in time, learn about linguistic trivia, follow a curious thread or wonder at the web of connections in the English language.

1 January quaaltagh (n.) the first person you meet on New Year's Day

1 April dorbellist (n.) a fool, a dull-witted dolt

12 May word-grubber (n.) someone who uses obscure or difficult words in everyday conversation

25 September theic (adj.) an excessive drinker of tea

24 December doniferous (adj.) carrying a gift

Paul Anthony Jones has unearthed a wealth of strange and forgotten words: illuminating some aspect of the day, or simply telling a cracking good yarn, each reveals a story. Written with a light touch that belies the depth of research it contains, this is both a fascinating compendium of etymology and a captivating historical miscellany. Dip into this beautiful book to be delighted and intrigued throughout the year.

“Cracking open its beautifully crafted cover is like peeking into an old, mysterious cabinet … The book’s conceit is brilliant, the writing is crisp, and the tales are well-chosen and captivating” – Mashed Radish

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Paul Anthony Jones's The Cabinet of Linguistic Curiosities is described as a treasure trove of rare words presented in a beautifully crafted book, ideal for both reading cover to cover and exploring at a leisurely pace. Reviewers praise its crisp writing, captivating tales, and the charm of rediscovering forgotten words. It's noted as an excellent gift, particularly for language enthusiasts, and recommended for anyone interested in the beauty and history of the English language.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781783964390

Publisher: Elliott & Thompson Limited

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 June 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Elliott & Thompson Limited

Edition: 2nd New edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 384

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About the Author

Paul Anthony Jones is something of a linguistic phenomenon. He runs the popular @HaggardHawks Twitter feed, blog and YouTube channel, revealing daily word facts to 60,000 engaged followers. His books include: Word Drops: A Sprinkling of Linguistic Curiosities (E&T, 2015), The Accidental Dictionary (E&T, 2016), The Cabinet of Linguistic Curiosities (E&T, 2017), Around the World in 80 Words (E&T, 2018), as well as several other books on trivia and language. He appears regularly in the media and has contributed to the Oxford and Cambridge dictionaries online. He is also a piano teacher and musician, and lives in Newcastle upon Tyne.

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