A Dictionary of Invective by Hugh Rawson

A Dictionary of Invective by Hugh Rawson

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An anecdotal reference to the many "bad" words with which the English language is blessed. The author describes how the functions of abuse have evolved and how the conflict between taboo and freedom of expression continues to affect the way we express ourselves.

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A Dictionary of Invective by Hugh Rawson

An anecdotal reference to the many "bad" words with which the English language is blessed. The author describes how the functions of abuse have evolved and how the conflict between taboo and freedom of expression continues to affect the way we express ourselves.
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ISBN 13 9780709043997
ISBN 10 0709043996
Title A Dictionary of Invective
Author Hugh Rawson
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher The Crowood Press Ltd
Year published 1991-02-28
Number of pages 448
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