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270 pages • first pub 1990 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 0888078958
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks
Publication date: Not specified
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With dazzling wit and astonishing insight, Bill Bryson explores the remarkable history, eccentricities, resilience and sheer fun of the English language. From the first descent of the larynx into the throat (why you can talk but your dog c...
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funny 43%
lighthearted 37%
reflective 22%
relaxing 10%
challenging 5%
adventurous 3%
inspiring 3%
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fast 9%
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Xenophobia270 pages • first pub 1990 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 0888078958
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks
Publication date: Not specified
Description
With dazzling wit and astonishing insight, Bill Bryson explores the remarkable history, eccentricities, resilience and sheer fun of the English language. From the first descent of the larynx into the throat (why you can talk but your dog c...
Community Reviews Summary of 3,124 reviews
Moods
funny 43%
lighthearted 37%
reflective 22%
relaxing 10%
challenging 5%
adventurous 3%
inspiring 3%
Pace
slow 30%
fast 9%
Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
CursingMinor
Xenophobia