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Nine nasty w*rds : English in the gutter: then, now, and forever / John McWhorter.
"One of the preeminent linguists of our time examines the realms of language that are considered shocking and taboo in order to understand what imbues curse words with such power--and why we love them so much."-- Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9780593188798
- Physical Description: 276 pages ; 19 cm
- Publisher: New York : Avery, an imprint of Penguin Random House, [2021]
- Copyright: ©2021
Content descriptions
| General Note: | The symbol of * (asterisk) appears as the letter 'o' in "word" of title on title page. |
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | English language > Obscene words. Swearing > History. Linguistics. |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Portage la Prairie Regional Library.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Holdable? | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portage la Prairie Regional Library | 179.5 MCW 2021 (Text) | 36750100022803 | Adult Non-Fiction | Volume hold | Available | - |
