The Best of Forgotten English: A Collection Of Vanishing Vocabulary, Definitions, and Illustrations For Word Lovers - Softcover

Jeff Kacirk; Sellers Publishing

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1416245995 ISBN 13: 9781416245995

Publisher: Sellers Publishing, Inc., 2016

Synopsis

For word lovers everwhere! Absorbing, enriching, and often hilarious, this book delves into the wonderful world of archaic words and their definitions. Each word is complimented by an excerpt on how the word was used, a brief description, and a charming illustration that provides a fascinating and often hilarious glimpse into the world of forgotten english.

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About the Author

Born in San Diego, Jeff Kacirk received an early dose of Shakespeare, growing up near the world-class Old Globe Theater, which began his fascination with English, prompting him to explore various aspects of bygone times. In his English and history studies at the University of California, he discovered that he was most intrigued by the everyday activities of people, on which his writings have focused. He became a chiropractor, but found his passion for social history and linguistics unquenchable. He also lived in Paris, New York and New Orleans during the late 1970s, and in London in the mid-90swhere he researched many of his 20 calendars and three of his books. He has been interviewed more than 60 times on television and radio, including the BBC and NPR, and now divides his time between writing and treating patients in the San Francisco Bay Area.

About this edition

• Publisher: Sellers Publishing, Inc.
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 1416245995
• ISBN 13: 9781416245995
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 304