Trench Talk by Peter Doyle

Trench Talk by Peter Doyle

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Summary

The First World War largely directed the course of the twentieth century. This book looks at how the experience of the First World War changed the English language, adding words that were both in slang and standard military use, and modifying the usage and connotations of existing words and phrases.

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Trench Talk by Peter Doyle

The First World War largely directed the course of the twentieth century. This book looks at how the experience of the First World War changed the English language, adding words that were both in slang and standard military use, and modifying the usage and connotations of existing words and phrases.
PETER DOYLE specialises in the understanding of military terrain, with special reference to the two world wars. A member of the British Commission of Military History, and co-secretary of the Parliamentary All Party War Graves and Battlefield Heritage Group, he is the author of a number of works of military history.
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ISBN 13 9780752471549
ISBN 10 0752471546
Title Trench Talk
Author Peter Doyle
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher The History Press Ltd
Year published 2012-10-01
Number of pages 240
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.